Under general supervision, provides diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, and skilled counseling to individuals participating in a substance disorder treatment program and provides skilled counseling to individuals with other problems stemming from alcohol or drug abuse such as codependency and children of alcoholics.

-Interviews and evaluates new clients with complex problems relating to alcohol and other drug use.
-Performs specialized evaluations and makes treatment recommendations for the criminal justice and court system.
-Conducts specified assessments related to incarcerated individuals and for attorneys.
-Prepares and implements treatment plans.
-Prepares all necessary forms and reports for the case/medical record.
-Monitors client progress through the course of treatment, reevaluating and adapting the -treatment plan at required intervals.
-Monitors dually diagnosed clients and makes referrals to mental health providers as appropriate.
-Conducts substance use educational programs for clients and other interested parties.
-Conducts required assessments for referred individuals.
-Leads a variety of counseling groups for individuals in various stages of recovery from substance use or those with related concerns.
-Provides individual counseling for complex cases as needed.
-Participates in staff conferences and serves as a member of the treatment team.
-Maintains medical records and files, including reports of client activities.
-Recommends and arranges referrals when necessary.
-Provides evaluation and individual and group treatment to individuals with substance use disorder who are incarcerated at the Baltimore County Detention Center.
-Provides re-entry services to include linkage to treatment and other resources for individuals transitioning from the Baltimore County Detention Center to the community.