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Addiction Counselor | ADT, CSC-AD, CAC-AD Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health Locations we are hiring for: Frederick, MD | Hagerstown, MD | Elkton, MD | Cumberland, MD About Kolmac Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health has been a leader in outpatient addiction treatment since 1973. After merging with Concerted Care Group (CCG), we now serve communities across Maryland, DC, Virginia, Delaware, and Pennsylvania — and we’re still growing. We specialize in evidence-based treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, operating on the belief that when clinicians feel supported, patients get better outcomes. That means a collaborative culture, real interdisciplinary teamwork, and leadership with clinical roots. What the Role Looks Like Day-to-Day As an Addiction Counselor at Kolmac, you’ll be at the center of patient care — building strong therapeutic relationships and delivering high-quality, evidence-based treatment in our Hagerstown outpatient clinic. You’ll hold a blend of individual sessions, group facilitation, and case management, with approximately 55% of your time in direct patient care. The rest is split across documentation, treatment team collaboration, and care coordination. Your core clinical responsibilities: Build a genuine, individualized therapeutic alliance with patients that adapts to their evolving clinical needs throughout treatment Facilitate addiction treatment groups across OTP levels of care Provide substance use disorder evaluations using DSM-5 and ASAM level-of-care criteria Prepare and present addiction/recovery education to patients — embody the spirit of a teacher inside and outside of sessions Conduct case management sessions: assessments, collaborative treatment goals, and discharge planning Apply evidence-based modalities including Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and trauma-informed care Work with the treatment team to address co-occurring psychiatric needs Coordinate care across support services — family members, referral sources, and community providers Provide evaluations and maintain timely, well-written documentation meeting state and CARF standards Track clinical outcomes: patient retention, attendance, program completion, and treatment goal attainment Participate in a shared after-hours crisis on-call rotation (one week several times per year — details discussed in interview) Attend and contribute actively to treatment team meetings and professional development A note on schedule:  This role operates Monday–Friday, 5:30AM–1:30PM, 6:00AM - 2:00PM, and 7:00AM- 3:00PM reflecting the needs of our patient population who require morning services before work or other daily obligations. Your afternoons are your own. If you’re energized by a structured morning rhythm, this schedule can be a real advantage. Who We’re Looking For Required: Minimum 2 years of experience working in the SUD field Active Maryland addiction credential: ADT, CSC-AD, CAC-AD, or CADC Strong clinical, verbal, and written communication skills Experience and comfort working with an electronic medical record Knowledge of multiple recovery modalities: SMART Recovery, 12-Step, Harm Reduction, Women for Sobriety, Recovery Dharma, and others Experience with Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and trauma-informed care approaches Flexible team player with a solution-focused, patient-first attitude Preferred: Group treatment experience Comfort working in a growing program with expanding services over the next several years If in personal recovery: minimum 3 years continuous sobriety (5 years preferred) Compensation The pay for this position is $25–$30 per hour. Factors such as geographical location, relevant experience, licensure, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position. This position is relocation assistance eligible. If you are interested in relocating, you are