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EOSIS in Minnetonka, MN is hiring a full-time Alcohol and Drug Counselor Trainee. Under a licensed supervisor, you will deliver chemical health education and therapeutic interventions to support clients in recovery, while learning core counseling skills and treatment processes.
The position offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced behavioral health setting, with access to training, benefits, and a strong support network as you progress toward licensure.
Why You’ll Love this Alcohol and Drug Counselor Trainee Job!
Are you passionate about helping others navigate life’s toughest challenges? As a full-time Alcohol and Drug Counselor Trainee at EOS IS in Minnetonka, MN, you’ll have the unique opportunity to support individuals during one of the most vulnerable—and courageous—moments in their lives.
Under the supervision of a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, this position is responsible forproviding chemical health education and therapeutic interventions to assistclient’s recovery relating to mental health
Pay: $29.00 - $33.00 Hourly
Shift: Full-Time
Location: Minnetonka, MN
Why EOSIS?
Each day,you’llhelp rebuild lives by making a real impact on peoplerecovering fromaddiction and mental health challenges. With approachable leaders who listen, support, and encourage growth,you’llexperience what it means to be rising together in your career. A strong culture of care, where team members look out for one another and stand together through challenges, keeps you rooted in teamwork as you do meaningful, life-changing work.
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
TheindividualwillhaveaTemporaryPermitissuedby theMinnesotaBoardofBehavioralHealthand Therapy to practice alcohol and drug counseling to an individual prior to being licensed meeting the requirement of 148F.035.
On-going training on ofcultural awareness and demonstration of sensitivity to various cultural norms and values.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
Must know and understand all rules, regulations, and requirements of the assigned program.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong verbal skills and ability to communicate abstract concepts in a simple format
Ability to communicate with a variety of people from diverse cultures,socioeconomic,and educational backgrounds.
Flexibility to meet a variety of changing priorities
Computer skills to draft emails, memosand reports
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Social Security Verification: Name must match Social Security number and date of birth
Criminal Background Check: Nationwide, federal, state, and multi-county (up to 7 years)
Drug and Alcohol Testing: Must pass pre-employment screening; subject to random and post-incident testing if in a safety-sensitive role
Department of Human Services clearance
Motor Vehicle Driving Record review if necessary
WORKING CONDITIONS / WORKING REQUIREMENTS
Physical Requirements:
Sitting: Up to 6 hours continuously
Heavy Data Entry on computer
Walking: Frequent
Travel: Up to 15% between EOSIS program locations (as needed)
Lifting, standing, bending, squatting, reaching: Minimal
Work is performed across multiple EOSIS treatment sites or intake settings
Fast-paced healthcare environment with varying program structures
Frequent interaction with clients experiencing substance use and mental health challenges
Requires flexibility to support multiple programs, locations, and changing priorities
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class .
EOSIS (formerly Meridian Behavioral Health) is a leader in behavioral health care and addiction recovery services, with a network of addiction treatment centers in Minnesota.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
TheindividualwillhaveaTemporaryPermitissuedby theMinnesotaBoardofBehavioralHealthand Therapy to practice alcohol and drug counseling to an individual prior to being licensed meeting the requirement of 148F.035.
On-going training on ofcultural awareness and demonstration of sensitivity to various cultural norms and values.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
Must know and understand all rules, regulations, and requirements of the assigned program.
Computer literate.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong verbal skills and ability to communicate abstract concepts in a simple format
Ability to communicate with a variety of people from diverse cultures,socioeconomic,and educational backgrounds.
Flexibility to meet a variety of changing priorities
Computer skills to draft emails, memosand reports
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Social Security Verification: Name must match Social Security number and date of birth
Criminal Background Check: Nationwide, federal, state, and multi-county (up to 7 years)
Drug and Alcohol Testing: Must pass pre-employment screening; subject to random and post-incident testing if in a safety-sensitive role
Employment Verification
Education Verification
Department of Human Services clearance
Motor Vehicle Driving Record review if necessary
WORKING CONDITIONS / WORKING REQUIREMENTS
Physical Requirements:
Sitting: Up to 6 hours continuously
Heavy Data Entry on computer
Walking: Frequent
Travel: Up to 15% between EOSIS program locations (as needed)
Lifting, standing, bending, squatting, reaching: Minimal
Cleared Mantoux Screen
Work Environment:
Work is performed across multiple EOSIS treatment sites or intake settings
Fast-paced healthcare environment with varying program structures
Frequent interaction with clients experiencing substance use and mental health challenges
Requires flexibility to support multiple programs, locations, and changing priorities
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class .
EOSIS (formerly Meridian Behavioral Health) is a leader in behavioral health care and addiction recovery services, with a network of addiction treatment centers in Minnesota.