SUD Counselor- Job Summary The Substance Use Disorder Counselor’s role is to support others in recovery from a substance use disorder. The SUD Counselor will provide individual, group, and family counseling sessions to assist recovering individuals in preventing relapse and promoting long-term recovery. The SUD counselor will use an outcomes-based approach and evidenced-based practices to achieve results. Essential Job Functions Conduct confidential, quality assessments, that are gender-responsive and trauma-informed, utilizing ASAM criteria to determine the appropriate level of care. Use a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach to work collaboratively with clients and internal and external Hygea Healthcare treatment team members to help support clients in their treatment and recovery. Provide clinical consultation to referral resources, mentors, family members, and others to help. Conduct individual, group, and family counseling sessions. Assist clients to meet all requirements of their care and maintain an update and individualized treatment plan for each client. Use evidence-based practices to meet the clinical needs of each client. Evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment program and communicate needs, progress, and barriers. Participate in agency and community committees. Provide education by presentation or workshops to clients, families, or the community at large. Consistently follow agency requirements for documentation completion to insure timely filing for billing and regulatory compliance. Availability to be on-call for patient care and required holiday ( One per year ).

**About Hygea Healthcare-****Hygea Healthcare** delivers innovative, compassionate addiction treatment in Maryland—combining proven medical practices with

[alternative healing approaches](https://www.hygea.health/addiction-therapies/alternative-healing/) to support lasting recovery. Our team includes licensed doctors, nurses, and peer recovery specialists who treat the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.

We offer Joint Commission-accredited programs, including:

• **Detox & Withdrawal Management:**

Medically supervised [Level 3.7 and 3.7WM detox services](https://www.hygea.health/addiction-treatment/residential-rehab/)

to help patients safely detox from substances like alcohol, opioids, and benzodiazepines.

• **Residential Treatment: **[Level 3.1 and 3.5 inpatient care](https://www.hygea.health/addiction-treatment/residential-rehab/)

with 24/7 support, evidence-based therapies, and trauma-informed care.

• **Aftercare & Recovery Planning: **[Personalized discharge planning](https://www.hygea.health/addiction-treatment/aftercare/)

to support long-term sobriety and reduce the risk of relapse.

We accept both **commercial insurance and Maryland Medicaid , with same-day admissions** often available.

**Struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is?**

Hygea Healthcare is here for you. Whether you’re seeking help for alcohol, opioids, or other substances, we offer a safe, supportive place to begin healing.

Learn more on our [addiction treatment center in Maryland overview page](https://www.hygea.health/addiction-treatment-center-maryland).

📞 **Call (410) 512-9525** or [contact us online](https://www.hygea.health/contact-us/) to speak with our admissions team.

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