ADCT RES

EOSIS; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days PTO + 6 holidays

Health, dental, vision + HSA/FSA

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) – Roth and traditional options

Verizon discount

License reimbursement & tuition aid

Job summary

EOSIS in Saint Paul, MN, is seeking a full-time Alcohol & Drug Counselor Trainee to support clients in recovery under the supervision of a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. The role includes chemical health education and therapeutic interventions to aid client recovery.

The position requires a temporary permit and adherence to program regulations, with benefits that support professional growth and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Temporary Permit issued by the Minnesota Board to practice alcohol and drug counseling prior to licensure.
• On-going training on cultural awareness and sensitivity to diverse norms and values.

Responsibilities

• Provide chemical health education and therapeutic interventions under supervision.
• Participate in treatment planning, group and individual counseling, and case management.
• Coordinate care, communicate with payers, and obtain funding authorization as directed by supervision.

Skills

Verbal communication

Cultural sensitivity

Computer literacy

Flexibility

Education

Temporary Permit

Tools

Minnesota Matrix Six Dimension

MS Office

Job description

Why You’ll Love this Alcohol & Drug Counselor Trainee Job!

Are you passionate about helping others navigate life’s toughest challenges? As a full time Alcohol & Drug Counselor Trainee at EOSIS in Saint Paul, 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 for providing chemical health education and therapeutic interventions to assist client’s recovery relating to chemical health.

Pay: $55,994-$62,120 annually

Shift: Full-Time, 1st Shift

Location: Tapestry/Latitudes, 135 E Colorado St, St Paul, MN 55107

Why EOSIS?

• Time Off : 20 daysof paid-time-off + 6 paid holidays
• Insurance : Health, dental, and vision insurance + HSA/FSA
• Education : Tuition reimbursement and discounted tuition at select colleges
• Future Planning : 401(k) – ROTH and traditional options
• Career Path Opportunities
• Discount with Verizon Cell Phone Plans
• Clinical license reimbursement available. Tuition reimbursement available for most Human Service fields.

Each day, you’ll help rebuild lives by making a real impact on people recovering from addiction and mental health challenges. With approachable leaders who listen, support, and encourage growth, you’ll experience 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.

Ready to help clients build healthy routines and find their path to lasting recovery? Join EOSIS EOSIS Latitudes at Tapestry as a full time Alcohol & Drug Counselor Trainee in Saint Paul, MN, and be a steady source of support and guidance.

Responsibilities

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.

• Learning and perfecting skills the 12 core functions:
  • Screening
  • Intake
  • Orientation
  • Assessment
  • Treatment planning
  • Group and individual counseling
  • Case management
  • Crisis intervention
  • Client education
  • Referral
  • Reports and recordkeeping
  • Consultations with other professionals regarding client treatment and services
• Knowledge of Minnesota Matrix Six Dimension
• Assists clients in maintaining county or 3rd party payer mechanisms and for communicating clinical criteria to payers for appropriate services.
• Obtain authorization for funding.
• Maintain Temporary license.
• The ADC-T may not admit, transfer, or discharge clients, except under the direction and supervision of their supervisor. They may be directed to follow through with the process of implementation of the above by the director or designee, which will then be reviewed and signed off.
• Attend all staff in services and meetings.
• Provide treatment coordination services, including but not limited to, coordination with others involved in the client's treatment and recovery, and provision of community resources and connections to clients.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• The individual will have a Temporary Permit issued by the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy to practice alcohol and drug counseling to an individual prior to being licensed meeting the requirement of 148F.035.
• On-going trainingon ofcultural awareness and demonstration of sensitivity to various cultural norms and values.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Must know and understand allrules, 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.