About Hygea Healthcare
At Hygea Healthcare, we are committed to transforming lives by addressing substance use disorders with compassion, innovation, and inclusivity.
🌱 Our Mission
Our mission is to build an ecosystem of substance abuse treatment facilities that offer a full continuum of care—serving anyone in need, regardless of socioeconomic status or payer type. We deliver best-in-class, unbiased treatment, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and evidence-based practices to ensure the highest quality outcomes for every individual who walks through our doors.
🔠Our Vision
We envision a future where every community has access to comprehensive addiction care. Through rigorous research and model validation, we aim to expand Hygea Healthcare"s presence throughout Maryland and the Northeast, creating a seamless network of care that supports long-term recovery and community well-being.
💛 Our Core Values
Everything we do is guided by our five core values:
- Health – Prioritizing physical, mental, and emotional wellness
- Hope – Inspiring belief in recovery and brighter tomorrows
- Happiness – Creating environments that foster joy and purpose
- Humility – Serving with respect, empathy, and a learner's mindset
- Humor – Embracing lightness and human connection along the journey
At Hygea, we don't just treat addiction—we support healing, restore dignity, and empower lives.
Hygea Healthcare is opening a brand new 16 bed substance abuse detox facility in Linthicum, MD. Come join our team; We are looking for energetic and ethical staff who want to be a part of our team!
Job Summary
The Substance Use Counselor's role is to support others in recovery from a substance use disorder. The Substance Use Counselor will provide individual, group, and family counseling sessions to assist recovering individuals in preventing relapse and promoting long-term recovery. The Substance Use 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.
- Conduct individual, group, and family sessions, using evidence-based modalities and interventions.
- Work with a diverse and passionate team of professionals who share your vision and values.
- Receive ongoing training and supervision to enhance your clinical skills and knowledge.
- Access competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and paid time off.
- Enjoy a flexible and supportive work environment that fosters your well-being and creativity.
- Make a positive impact on the lives of people establishing recovery and their families.
Education and Experience
- Licensed Clinician: Possess a master"s degree in a relevant field and hold the required licensure, such as LCPC, LCSW / LMSW, or LMFT / resident in marriage and family therapy.
- Experience in Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment: Bring prior experience in substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, with a preference for experience in detox practices.
- Crisis Management Skills: Proficient in providing support to clients during moments of crisis, equipped with effective verbal de-escalation techniques.
- Collaborative Attitude: A team player who is dedicated to actively engaging in our mission to foster positive change.
- Minimum of 2 years of non-internship experience treating substance use disorders
- Minimum of 2 years on non-internship experience working in a residential treatment center or outpatient facility
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. At any time, Hygea Healthcare may initiate temporary or permanent transfer of any employee to any Hygea Healthcare site in response to the needs of the organization and/or the needs of staff members.
We are a "Recovery Safe Workplace"
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work.
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