LMSW Addiction Therapist

Job Title: LMSW Addiction Therapist Location: Crownsville, MD 

Position Type: Full-Time (Day or Evening Shifts, Primarily Monday–Friday) 

Compensation: $48/hour

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) Addiction Therapist to provide high-quality addiction treatment services in Crownsville, MD. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a caseload of clients, conducting comprehensive assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering therapeutic interventions in accordance with state regulations and program requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Case Management – Maintain a caseload of clients as designated by program requirements and regulatory guidelines.

2. Assessments & Evaluations – Complete screenings, intakes, clinical assessments, ASAM evaluations, and biopsychosocial histories to establish individualized care.

3. Treatment Planning – Develop and finalize individualized treatment plans upon client admission, ensuring they align with clinical and regulatory standards.

4. Clinical Documentation – Accurately document all services and interventions within the electronic health record (EHR), completing monthly treatment reports in a timely manner.

5. Electronic Health Record Maintenance – Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, ensuring documentation is completed within 24 hours of service delivery (no later than 72 hours).

6. Therapeutic Sessions – Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions based on client treatment goals and level of care.

7. Funding Source Reviews – Participate in funding source reviews, making recommendations for appropriate treatment plans and lengths of stay.

8. Client Monitoring & Adjustment – Monitor client progress and modify treatment plans as needed to ensure continued effectiveness.

9. Coordination of Care – Collaborate with agency and community resources to create a comprehensive, holistic treatment plan for each client.

10. Discharge & Continuing Care Planning – Assist clients in developing post-treatment plans and connect them with necessary community resources to support ongoing recovery.

11. Follow-Up Services – Conduct follow-up with clients after discharge according to regulatory guidelines, ensuring a smooth transition to other case management and social services.

Qualifications:

• Education: Master’s degree in Social Work (LMSW) required.

• Licensure: Must hold current LMSW licensure in Maryland.

• Experience: Prior experience in addiction treatment and substance use disorder counseling preferred.

• Skills: Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills; proficiency in EHR systems; ability to provide compassionate, evidence-based care.

• Other: Must adhere to all ethical and regulatory standards in the treatment of substance use disorders.