Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor

Overview

The Center is looking for compassionate LADC/ADC-T to help provide direction and support to our patients. You will actively help patients build coping mechanisms to guide them through stressful situations. As a Counselor within Clearpath you will work with patients specifically with an opioid substance abuse. You'll manage a caseload of up to 60 patients and meet with them once a month at the minimum.

The CORE FUNCTIONS of this position include screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, counseling (group, individual and family), case management, crisis intervention, client education, referral, reports, record keeping, and consultation with other professionals. Programs will include SUD and Mental health services.

• Facilitate group and individual counseling with patients to determine the appropriate course of treatment
• Create effective treatment plans that include counseling, case management or other services within the 12 core functions
• Discuss the treatment plan goals with patients on a regular basis to identify faults or room for improvement
• Educate patients about appropriate coping mechanisms to help them through tough situations
• Record the patients progress and adjust their treatment plan as needed

• Qualified individuals must be licensed by the state of Minnesota as an LADC
• Or have a temporary permit (ADC-T-permit)
• Or have a license in a behavioral health field such as LSW, LPCC, LISW, LICSW, etc
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Aptitude to empathize with clients and help them open up
• Good time management skills
• Proven experience in developing effective treatment plans

• Hourly Pay: $24-$32 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Health Insurance:
  Comprehensive coverage with 80% employer contribution toward the lowest-cost Gold Plans
• Dental & Vision Insurance:
  Coverage options available for both dental and vision care
• PTO:
  Generous paid time off to support work-life balance
• Paid Holidays: 10 paid holidays each year
• Development Time:
  Dedicated paid time for professional development and continuing education
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) & Roth IRA with employer contributions
• Life Insurance:
  Employer-paid life insurance
• Disability Insurance:
  Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
• Accidental & Critical Illness Insurance:
  Additional coverage to help in the event of accidents or illnesses
• Health Savings Account (HSA):
  Available for eligible plans
• On-the-Job Training:
  Comprehensive training to support growth and success
• Paid Continuing Education (CEU) Training:
  Paid time and funding for continuing education
• Tuition Assistance:
  Financial support for higher education
• Tuition Forgiveness:
  Eligibility for PSLF and Minnesota state programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  Confidential counseling and support services
• Family & Medical Leave:
  Time off for medical or family reasons in accordance with laws
• Additional Leave Benefits:
  Paid leave for Bereavement, Jury Duty, and Military Leave

VISION: The Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment’s vision is a community in which peoples potential and quality of life are not limited by addiction and its consequences.

MISSION: The Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatments mission is to improve personal, family and community health through addiction prevention, treatment and recovery services.

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The Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment will consider all applicants regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, or status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.