Addiction Counselor — Sign-On Bonus & Community Impact

ND Health and Human Services; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

West Central Behavioral Health Clinic in Bismarck, ND is seeking an Addiction Counselor to join the ND Health and Human Services team. A sign-on bonus up to $14,000 is offered, with duties including ASAM screenings, service-plan development, and counseling in various settings.

The role emphasizes person-centered care, outreach, and collaboration with families and community partners. A bachelor’s degree and current LAC licensure are required; alternatives for an Addiction Tech path exist with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Addiction Counseling, Addiction Studies, Social Work, Counseling or Psychology (required).
• Current licensure as a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) by the North Dakota Board of Addiction Counseling Examiners (required).
• May consider Addiction Tech with partial coursework if LAC not yet obtained.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ASAM level-of-care screenings and develop service plans.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling, plus crisis intervention.
• Perform risk assessments in office and community settings.
• Engage in outreach and education for families, partners, interns, and residents.
• Collaborate with team to deliver person-centered care.

Skills

Addiction counseling

Crisis intervention

Risk assessments

ASAM screenings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Addiction Counseling/related field

Job description

West Central Behavioral Health Clinic in Bismarck, ND is seeking an Addiction Counselor to join the ND Health and Human Services team. A sign-on bonus up to $14,000 is offered, with duties including ASAM screenings, service-plan development, and counseling in various settings.

The role emphasizes person-centered care, outreach, and collaboration with families and community partners. A bachelor’s degree and current LAC licensure are required; alternatives for an Addiction Tech path exist with