Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor; Kerr County MH Center

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (Kerr County MH Center)

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Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) of Co-occurring Psychiatric and Substance Use Disorder (COPSD). The LCDC is responsible for providing services and support to individuals with co-occurring needs to assist the individual in reaching their vision of recovery. The LCDC will assess the individual's strengthsandneeds and, in collaboration with the individual, develop aperson-centered recovery plan. Services are targeted to deterthe need for a crisis that results in emergency placement in Medical or Behavioral Health Facilities or in the Court and Jail system.

The LCDC is responsible for scheduling and carrying out individual and groupservicesand case management. LCDC may also provide services as an Outpatient Counselor under the guidelines described in the DSHS/HHSC Program Requirements.

You will get to:

• Ensure that everyone admitted to outpatientservicesis appropriate and has a written justification to support the admission.
• Ensure treatment includes individualtreatmentplanning based on a comprehensive assessment, educational and process groups, and individual counseling. Services are provided in a licensed facility.
• Ensure that clients are referred to Recovery Support Services (Recovery Checkups,Life Skills Classes, and Recovery Coaching) as needed.
• Complete screenings, assessments, and treatment planning, and engage clients in ongoing treatment
• Utilize peers as much as possible in supporting and coaching clients in their recovery.
• Ensure that treatment plans are person-directedandinclude strategies for recovery.

You'll definitely need:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in social, behavioral, or human services with the ability to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP-CS)
• Must have a current Texas state-issued LCDC License or be positioned to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the Mental Health and Substance Abuse field
• Maintain valid Texas state Driver's License and auto insurance.
• Complete and maintain both CPR certification and Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behavior training within the first 3 months of employment

We'll also want you to:

• Identify gaps in processes and work closely withother departments for process improvement
• Demonstrated ability to listen skillfully and collect relevant information
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention todetail
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and encourage others
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or relatedsoftware
• Comfortable working with technology and can easily navigate new technology platforms
• Efficiently move through a to-do list and effectively prioritize and triage competing demands
• Passion for connecting individuals and families with excellent care
• Can successfully work remotely
• Sustain a calm demeanor when under pressure tohandle sometimes difficult situations.
• Provide exemplary customer service and care toyour team.
• Work autonomously to complete assignments.
• Work cooperatively with others and be punctual and consistent in attendance because your people will rely on you!
• Must become certified in PMAB, First Aid, and CPR within three months of employment and maintain certification without interruption thereafter

We're excited to provide:

• PPO health insurance plan, with the option to add dependents.
• PPO dental plans and vision insurance options for healthy teeth and eyes.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• 401(a) plan, employer matches your contributions dollar for dollar up to 8% of your salary. You are 100% vested after 3years of service.
• 457/403(b) plan, employees are immediately eligible to contribute pre-tax earnings.
• Generous paid time off for fun and vacations, andpaid sick time for when you're under the weather.
• An authentic and caring environment where folks careabout each other.