Job Description
Job Description
TITLE:
Addiction Counselor (CAC, LGPC, LGSW)
OVERVIEW:
Providing compassion and care isn’t just our profession at PHRI, it’s our passion…and culture. We care for the clients that we serve. We listen to them and provide the support that they need to enable them to live comfortable and fulfilling lives. Our drive is to restore hope and healing to the community. We are looking for mission driven professionals who want to join a transformational company with a big heart and make a difference in the community.
Currently serving over 1,500 patients in two different states and looking to grow to over 10,000 patients in 5 states, over the next 3-5 years. Its focus is advocating and implementing integrated care model approach to underserved population undergoing behavioral health related issues.
REPORTS TO:
CLASSIFICATION:
DATE APPROVED:
July 2025
LOCATION:
Washington D.C.
FTE
1.0
ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Standard Office / Sit, stand, walk, lift 15 lbs
JOB SUMMARY
The Addiction Counselor (CAC, LGPC, LGSW) provides direct substance use disorder (SUD) treatment services through group and individual counseling, psychoeducation, and care planning. Utilizing a person-centered, trauma-informed approach, the counselor supports clients in achieving sobriety and wellness goals. The role includes assessment, treatment planning, documentation, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintains a caseload as assigned and in accordance with COMAR and CARF regulations.
- Ensures incoming clients have a complete psychosocial history and comprehensive assessment and interpretative summary within 5 days of admission.
- Completes, with team participation, a Preliminary Treatment Plan within 3 days of admission.
- Prepares, with team and client participation, a Comprehensive Treatment Plan for all patients within 30 days of admission.
- Completes a Treatment Plan Update every 30 days following the completion of the Comprehensive Treatment Plan.
- Prepares an aftercare plan for all patients completing the program or being discharged for other reasons.
- Provides follow-up care and contact with each discharged patient.
- Provides individual addiction counseling according to the Comprehensive Treatment Plan.
- Provides coordination of care of Health Home services according to the Treatment Plan.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in behavioral health field.
- DC licensure: CAC, LGPC, LGSW or higher.
- 2+ years SUD counseling experience preferred.
- Familiarity with ASAM criteria and evidence-based modalities.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, Adobe) and various business software.
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S.A.
COMPETENCIES
- Simplify complex issues; breaking down big problems into smaller, manageable tasks, and identifying the key priorities that will have the biggest impact on the business
- Delegate effectively; giving clear direction, setting expectations, and providing the necessary resources and support to help their teams succeed
- Predict future trends and challenges, staying up-to-date on industry developments, monitoring market trends, and seeking out new opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Systemize processes; identifying and eliminating inefficiencies, establishing clear workflows and procedures, and ensuring that everyone in the organization is aligned around the same goals.
- Structure organization for growth; defining clear roles and responsibilities, establishing a clear chain of command, and creating a culture of accountability and transparency.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Prestige Healthcare Resources, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status,
status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Prestige Healthcare Resources, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.