Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor; LADC​/SUD

Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LADC/SUD)

Job Category
:
Licensed

Requisition Number
: LICEN
002315

• Full-Time

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Minneapolis, MN 55404, USA

At RS EDEN, our mission is to create thriving, just communities where healing occurs, and new beginnings are possible. Our values are Compassion, Innovation, Community, Hope, Respect and Inclusion, Accountability and Integrity, and Safety.

SUMMARY

We are searching for LADC/SUD Counselors to provide direct therapy, counseling, and assessment services within a modified Therapeutic Community (mTC). They are responsible for facilitating psychotherapeutic and educational substance use disorder related groups. LADC/SUD Counselors manage a caseload of clients including all required billing, clinical documentation, and related treatment plans in accordance with ASAM criteria, 245G requirements and RS EDEN policy and procedure.

They work closely within a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive SUD treatment services.

LADC/SUD Counselors provide direct therapy, counseling, and assessment services within a modified Therapeutic Community (mTC). LADC/SUD Counselors need to be creative, flexible, and adaptable. Sound organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks are a must. They are responsible for facilitating psychotherapeutic and educational substance use disorder related groups. They manage a caseload of clients including all required billing, clinical documentation, and related treatment plans in accordance with ASAM criteria, 245G requirements and RS EDEN policy and procedure.

They work closely within a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive SUD treatment services. Ability to manage crisis situations in a professional and therapeutic manner is a must. This position is classified as a category 3 driving position.

Pay ranges from $65,000-$80,000/annually

This position is 100% on-site

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize ASAM criteria to assess client strengths, needs, and SUD treatment level of care
• Make recommendations and referrals regarding client treatment plan needs
• Work collaboratively with client and clinical team to develop, implement, and maintain individual treatment plans
• Prepare required clinical documentation thoroughly and in a timely manner in accordance with 245G statutes and policy and procedure
• Facilitate individual and group therapy/counseling services
• Maintain contacts and attend meetings with collaborating agencies for purposes of supporting client goals and progress
• Promote and instill positive attitude and client engagement
• As part of the therapeutic community, support client development of daily living and socialization skills
• Supervise client recreational and community activities, when applicable
• Maintain clear and timely communication of client needs, behaviors, and care plans with other Recovery Services staff
• Participate in speaking engagements or workshop presentations
• Prepare case reviews for multidisciplinary clinical meetings for ongoing review and assessment of client progress
• Attend required trainings
• Safeguard personally identifiable health information (PHI) in accordance with HIPAA and 42
  
  CFR standards
• Maintain favorable driving record
• Maintain and promote a safe, harmonious and productive work environment
• Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Required:

• Current Minnesota LADC or ADC-T license
• Minimum Associate degree in Substance Use Disorder Counseling or related field required
• 1-2 years of experience or equivalent training in Rule 25 and/or Comprehensive Assessments
• Ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds with multiple individual and systemic barriers to success
• Current Mantoux test. (Annual requirement thereafter)
• One year off correctional supervision
• Two years…