Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor

• Base Pay $30.00 - $34.20 / Hour
• Employee Type Full-Time Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others No

• Name Kayla Rodriguez
• Phone  EXT. 0605
• Email talent acquisition

Responsible for reviewing psychosocial and trauma history and assessment of chemical dependency issues to develop treatment plans for residents and/or outpatients, provides individual counseling, and assists with educational classes on topics of effects of alcohol and drugs, anger/stress management, and relapse prevention.

• Participates in orientation of residents/outpatients regarding program philosophy, rules, schedules, and treatment plans.
• Facilitates or co-facilitates educational presentations, individual counseling, family counseling, or group sessions.
• Maintains knowledge of new developments in the field of substance abuse and maintains current LCDC licensure.
• Reviews an individual’s psychosocial history with DSMV diagnosis to formulate treatment plans.
• Conducts resident or outpatient individual counseling and documents on progress notes.
• Assists in the coordination of resident and outpatient program schedules.
• Assists in the coordination of discharge planning and recommendations for residents.
• Attends weekly staff and/or treatment team meetings.
• Promotes New Hope, Healing Grounds recovery program at community activities.
• Attends monthly KTTT court hearings and provides input and recommendations to the court as requested.
• Attends collaborative meetings with KTTT departments such as the casino, construction, court, clinic and/or Tribal Council.
• Maintains a professional attitude and works in an ethical manner in all aspects of the job.
• Other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to diagnose using the DSM-V criteria to identify chemical dependency issues.
• Ability to be familiar with 12 step program and conduct group sessions.
• Ability to conduct individual or family counseling, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
• Ability to do public speaking and conduct educational sessions to residents and outpatients.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all departments of the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas.
• Ability to organize and report statistical data.
• Ability to maintain current LCDC licensure.
• Ability to be self-motivated, organized and detailed oriented.
• Ability to be calm and verbally de-escalate potential threatening situations.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize daily, weekly, or monthly tasks.
• Ability to use Microsoft programs and planning tools, spreadsheets, calendars, etc.
• Ability to be dependable and delegate responsibilities during absences.
• Must be sober and maintain presentable hygiene as they must act as role models for tribal members.
• Must have cultural awareness and sensitivity of Kickapoo traditions, religious beliefs and way of life.
• Must abide by the Texas Administrative Code RULE 140.423 - A licensee shall uphold the law and refrain from unprofessional and unethical conduct.

This position does carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have a current LCDC license from the TX State Health Services Department.

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in any of the following, psychology, social work, counseling or related field.

Must have at least two years’ experience working in the field of addictions, rehabilitation, detention, or social services.

Must have knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DSM-V, and Counseling 12 Core Functions of drug and alcohol substance abuse treatment.

Must have or be willing to acquire CPR/1 st Aid certification.

Must be able to comply with strict adherence to Federal Confidentiality Regulations and maintain resident/outpatient confidentiality.

Previous work-related experience is preferred.

KTTT recognizes preference for KTTT tribal members and qualified Native American tribal members including preferential treatment in recruitment, hiring, promotions, layoffs and reductions in force so long as they meet minimum job…