• Substance Abuse Counselor

    Adecco US, Inc. (Rockville, MD)


    Now Hiring: Substance Abuse Counselor (ACT Team) – Rockville, MD

    **Location** : Rockville, MD

    **Job Type** : Direct Hire

    **Pay Range:** $45,000 – $50,000/year (commensurate with experience, education, and location)

     

    About the Role

     

    Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is proud to partner with a highly respected behavioral health organization to hire a Substance Abuse Counselor for their Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team.

     

    This is an incredible opportunity for someone who is passionate about empowering individuals with mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders to live more independent, fulfilling, and integrated lives.

     

    What You’ll Do

    As a valued member of the ACT Team, you will:

    Facilitate training in substance abuse prevention and sobriety maintenance using 12-step programs and evidence-based practices.

     

    Provide case management services including treatment planning, symptom management, supportive counseling, and service coordination.

     

    Organize and transport clients to community activities, AA/NA meetings, and recreational/social programs.

     

    Create and maintain monthly activity calendars to promote recovery resources.

     

    Administer drug screens and maintain accurate treatment documentation.

     

    Conduct life assessments and collaborate with clients and their families to adjust care plans as needed.

     

    Provide on-call crisis intervention during scheduled evenings and weekends.

     

    Uphold high fidelity to the ACT Model of Care.

     

    What We’re Looking For

     

    Education: Bachelor’s in Psychology, Human Services, Addiction Counseling, or related field preferred (equivalent experience considered).

     

    Experience: 1–3 years working with individuals with mental illness and/or substance use disorders.

     

    Certifications: Certified or eligible for certification in addictions treatment.

     

    Licensing: Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

     

    Skills: Strong independence, excellent documentation, and proven case management expertise.

     

    Why Join Us?

     

    Competitive salary: $45K–$50K/year

    Meaningful work that directly supports individuals in recovery

    A mission-driven, collaborative team environment

     

    Opportunity to grow as an expert in the ACT model

     

    _If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of others while advancing your career in behavioral health, we’d love to hear from you!_

     

    _Apply today with Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences to be considered._

     

    Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria

     

    **Pay Details:** $45,000.00 to $50,000.00 per year

     

    Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

     

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    + The California Fair Chance Act

    + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

    + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

    + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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