OVERVIEW OF ATHENA
ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better. We make our clients’ lives easier by engaging and supporting them and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing resource. We make our employees’ lives better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching them with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability, and getting the job done.
Title: LMSW – MAT Program
Pay Rate: $42.00 per hour
Travel: Position is eligible for travel
Overtime Eligibility: This position is not eligible for overtime pay
POSITION SUMMARY
We are currently recruiting an LMSW for a full-time position paying $42/hour. This role will support both the Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program in Rockville, MD and the Montgomery County Correctional Facility (MCCF) worksite in Boyd, MD.
Mission Statement:
https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HHS-Program/Program.aspx?id=BHCS/BHCSMedAssistTreatment-p252.html
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Serve as Therapist I/II in the MAT program, facilitating therapeutic engagement for jail-bound MAT clients.
- Complete comprehensive assessments for clients in correctional facilities who have been identified as having opioid use disorder and who are interested in MAT treatment.
- Provide ongoing therapeutic contact, including individual and group treatment for substance use disorders.
- Work collaboratively with MCCS staff, the MAT team, and HHS staff at MCCF to assess clients’ legal status, track pending legal matters, and support treatment continuity after discharge.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Knowledge of federal social security benefits
- Strong analytical and assessment skills
- Excellent organizational and recordkeeping abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Effective interpersonal skills; ability to work independently
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to understand and follow procedures, guidelines, and program expectations
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma required
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field required
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work
- Standard work hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM (evenings/weekends may be required)
- Travel required
SUCCESSFUL ATHENA EMPLOYEES WILL:
- Strive to be the best in their field
- Represent ATHENA with professionalism
- Solve problems proactively
- Be accountable and follow through on commitments
- Understand client needs and deliver exceptional service
- Work effectively with diverse, mission-driven teams
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ATHENA
- Supportive Team Environment
- A professional, dedicated team committed to making your work and life better.
Health and Wellness Coverage
- Cigna medical, dental, and vision insurance (eligible after 60 days)
- Long- and short-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Supplemental health insurance through LLH (via Recuro)
- Recuro virtual health services (free to all employees)
Financial Benefits
- 401(k) with a generous employer match (eligible to contribute on the 1st of the month after 4 months of employment)
- Paid weekly every Friday
- Medical and dependent flexible spending accounts
Paid Time Off
- 15 days of PTO per year, accrued weekly starting your first day
- PTO covers vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Recognized Unpaid Holidays (PTO optional):
New Year’s Day
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Presidents’ Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
Tools and Resources
- Employee self-service HR portal
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This job posting describes the general nature and level of work expected. It is not an exhaustive list of duties or requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be available upon request.
Employment with ATHENA Consulting LLC is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time.
ATHENA Consulting LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected category.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have providing behavioral health, mental health, or social work services?
- Do you have experience working with individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders (SUD), including opioid use disorder (OUD)?
- Have you provided individual and/or group counseling services for clients with substance use or behavioral health needs?
- Do you have experience conducting psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and case documentation?
- Have you ever worked in a correctional, detention, or re-entry setting?
- Are you comfortable working with justice-involved or incarcerated populations within a correctional facility setting?
- This position requires travel between Rockville, MD and Boyd, MD. Are you able to meet this requirement?
- What is your desired hourly pay rate?
License/Certification:
- LMSW license in Maryland (Required)
Work Location: In person
