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 ).

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Linthicum Heights, MD Until 8/23/2026 First posted May 21, 2026 Last posted May 21, 2026
Job description

About Hygea Healthcare- Hygea Healthcare delivers innovative, compassionate addiction treatment in Maryland—combining proven medical practices with
alternative healing approaches 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:

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.

📞 Call (410) 512-9525 or contact us online to speak with our admissions team.


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About this role

Summary

Provide counseling, assessment, and support for individuals in substance use recovery.

Job title

SUD Counselor

Experience level

none

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Linthicum Heights, MD, on-site work only.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

assessmentcounselingtrauma-informed careevidence-based practicesdocumentation

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

substance use disordertrauma-informed careassessmentcounselingrecovery support
Locations

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Linthicum Heights, MD, USA

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