Bilingual Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor Job Northfield Minnesota USA,Healthcare

Location: Northfield

Bilingual Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor

We are seeking a Bilingual Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor for Primer Paso in Northfield, MN. Primer Paso provides inpatient and outpatient drug and alcohol treatment services for Spanish-speaking individuals. We are a compassionate, community-driven program dedicated to providing ethical and impactful support to individuals facing challenges related to substance use disorders. Our priority is you—empowering your personal strengths to support and elevate your journey to recovery.

New grads are welcome to apply!

Responsibilities

Function as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, including the Counselor, Chemical Health Technician, Mental Health professional, RN/NP, and Treatment Director.

Maintain comprehensive case management and documentation for individual caseloads, ensuring all treatment-related activities are recorded accurately and timely.

Provide group therapy and individual counseling for clients with co-occurring substance use and mental health challenges.

Participate in weekly staff meetings.

Comply with confidentiality statutes, uphold ethical standards, and adhere to DHS rules, within the authority set by the Program Director.

Participate in annual training as required by 245(G).

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in social work, nursing, sociology, human services, psychology, or a related field; or licensed registered nurse. Must have completed 120 hours of classroom instruction in core functions per Minnesota Statutes, chapter 148F, and 880 hours of supervised experience as an alcohol and drug counselor.

License & Certifications: Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor or ADC-T.

Additional Skills and Requirements

Must be bilingual (Spanish)
Two years of freedom from problematic substance use
Ability to pass DHS Background Study
Experience in chemical use assessment, client interviewing, screening, case management, treatment planning, social services, referrals, record-keeping, and confidentiality regulations.
Knowledge of individual and group counseling, including crisis intervention.

Work Details

Remote Work: No

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 per year

Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule

10-hour shifts
8-hour shifts

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree (preferred)
1 year LADC experience (preferred)

Language

Spanish (required)

Licenses & Certifications

LADC License (preferred)

Additional Information

Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:

Full-time
Job function:
Healthcare Provider
Industry: Mental Health Care

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