Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor; LADC - Healing Center

Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) - Healing Center

Join the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) Healing Center as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC). The LADC provides individual and group counseling, assessment, and care coordination for adult clients in residential treatment at the Healing Center. This role supports the recovery of Native American clients—especially members of the four Dakota tribes—through culturally informed, trauma‑responsive, and evidence‑based practices. The LADC maintains accurate clinical documentation, ensures client safety, and works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements include upholding strict confidentiality standards, passing a driving history check, and driving clients when necessary. You’ll enjoy weekly pay, strong health benefits, and ongoing training to support your long‑term growth.

Job Overview: The LADC provides individual and group counseling, assessment, and care coordination for adult clients in residential treatment at the Healing Center. This role supports the recovery of Native American clients—especially members of the four Dakota tribes—through culturally informed, trauma‑responsive, and evidence‑based practices.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and interpret diagnostic tools to determine substance use disorder diagnoses and treatment needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in accordance with client goals, cultural values, and clinical best practices.
• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions that promote recovery, self‑awareness, and cultural reconnection.
• Provide care coordination, referrals, discharge planning, and follow‑up in collaboration with case managers, families, and other providers.
• Maintain timely, complete, and accurate clinical records in accordance with Tribal Licensing and Joint Commission standards.
• Collaborate with other team members to support integrated, culturally responsive, and client‑centered care.
• Educate clients and families about addiction, relapse prevention, and wellness strategies.
• Participate in clinical staffing, supervision, and professional development activities.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 regulations.
• Transport clients in Healing Center motorpool vehicles as needed, including for off‑site appointments or cultural programming.
• Uphold the Healing Center’s values, including respect for Dakota traditions and the Wellbriety movement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Current licensure as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) in good standing.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience providing SUD counseling, preferably in a residential or Native‑serving setting.
• Strong understanding of recovery principles, harm reduction, motivational interviewing, and trauma‑informed care.
• Knowledge of, and respect for, Dakota culture and other Native American traditions, or a willingness to learn.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work respectfully and effectively with individuals from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client and program information at all times.
• Possess a valid driver’s license, be insurable under the organization’s policy, and pass a motor vehicle records check.
• Must be able to drive clients using Healing Center motorpool vehicles as assigned.
• Pass a background check and meet all tribal and facility credentialing requirements.

• Dual licensure as a mental health professional (e.g., LPCC, LICSW, LMFT), or experience working with co‑occurring disorders.

This position is subject to testing for drugs (THC included) and alcohol in accordance with Federal Department of Transportation regulations, as well as the SMSC Drug/THC and Alcohol Policy.

Enjoy competitive weekly pay, outstanding benefits and advancement opportunities. Generous benefits include medical, dental, life and disability insurance, onsite medical clinics and pharmacy, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, wellness programs…