Position Overview

CLFC Healthcare & Communications is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to provide outpatient substance abuse treatment services at a federal agency in Washington, DC. This position involves delivering evidence-based clinical services to adults in a community supervision setting, supporting individuals through structured treatment programming that addresses substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans

- Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and relapse prevention techniques

- Provide individual and group counseling sessions for clients with substance use disorders

- Manage caseload of clients at varying stages of treatment and recovery

- Coordinate care with referring agencies, probation officers, and community resources

- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in electronic treatment file systems

- Conduct substance abuse screenings, risk assessments, and crisis interventions as needed

- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences

- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans based on clinical outcomes

- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing substance abuse treatment

Required Qualifications

- Active, unrestricted LCSW or LPC license in the District of Columbia

- Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field from an accredited institution

- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in substance abuse treatment

- Demonstrated proficiency in evidence-based treatment modalities (CBT, MI, DBT)

- Experience with dual-diagnosis treatment (co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders)

- Strong clinical documentation and assessment skills

- Ability to pass a federal background investigation

- Current CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of start

Preferred Qualifications

- Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) or equivalent substance abuse certification

- Experience working with court-referred or justice-involved populations

- Familiarity with electronic health record systems used in federal settings

- Experience with ASAM Level 1.5 outpatient treatment programming

- Bilingual capabilities (Spanish/English preferred)

Compensation and Benefits

- Annual salary: $88,920 to $107,640 based on experience and credentials

- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

- Paid time off and federal holiday schedule

- Professional development and continuing education support

- Malpractice/liability insurance coverage

- Supportive clinical supervision environment

About CLFC Healthcare & Communications

CLFC Healthcare & Communications is a Small Disadvantaged Business specializing in healthcare staffing and language access services. With 500+ healthcare professionals and 200+ interpreters deployed nationwide, we partner with federal agencies to deliver clinical excellence.

CLFC Healthcare & Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.