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Substance Use Counselor


Job Location:

Milford Mill, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 21 August 2026 (16 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Signing bonus
About Us
Better Path Community Outreach Center LLC is a holistic person-centered substance use treatment facility in Windsor Mill. We provide comprehensive care through PHP IOP and OP levels of service supporting individuals on their path to healing and restoration. Our mission is to treat the whole personmind body and spiritthrough compassion structure and evidence-based practices.

Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor (ADT CAC or higher) to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of substance use and co-occurring disorders and be committed to helping clients rebuild their lives through supportive and ethical care.

Counselors at Better Path provide group individual and family counseling develop treatment plans complete ASAM assessments and maintain documentation in accordance with COMAR and JCO regulations. Youll work collaboratively with our clinical and support teams to help clients achieve long-term stability and recovery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain an assigned caseload and complete psychosocial assessments and interpretive summaries within 5 days of admission.

  • Develop individualized treatment plans within 30 days and complete updates every 30 days thereafter.

  • Facilitate daily group sessions and maintain accurate group notes.

  • Provide individual counseling and coordinate care in accordance with treatment goals.

  • Prepare discharge and aftercare plans ensuring continuity of care and client follow-up.

  • Maintain compliance with COMAR JCO and ethical standards at all times.

Qualifications

  • Active Maryland certification or license: ADT CSC-AD CAC-AD LGPC LCPC LGADC LCADC LGSW or LCSW-C (Required)

  • Experience in substance use and/or mental health counseling preferred.

  • Strong communication organization and documentation skills.

  • Ability to maintain professionalism empathy and positive energy.

  • Must align with our holistic approach to treatment and be able to leave outside stressors at the doorour clients are hurting and deserve compassion understanding and presence.

Why Join Better Path

  • Supportive mission-driven environment focused on whole-person recovery

  • Competitive hourly pay and flexible scheduling options

  • $3500 sign-on bonus distributed in three-month increments

  • Opportunities for growth and continuing education

To Apply:
Send your resume and a brief cover letter describing your counseling approach and why youd be a great fit for Better Path to or
Compensation: $35.00 per hour



About
Affordable Accessible Substance Abuse Treatment
Better Path Community Outreach Center LLC is a drug and alcohol substance addiction treatment center located in Windsor Mill MD. The center is designed to provide personal and affordable treatment for people who are addicted to drugs and or alcohol in an outpatient setting. Our comprehensive outpatient treatment programs address all facets of recovery: spiritual physical mental and emotional.

Who We Are
The Better Path Community Outreach Center is located in Windsor Mill Maryland. Founded on principles of compassion innovation and unwavering support offer a sanctuary for healing and transforming lives.

What We Do
Our comprehensive treatment programs address all facets of recovery: spiritual physical and mental. The Better Path team is equipped to treat clients and address any underlying issues that can impact recovery.