Adolescent LADC Counselor – Residential Treatment

Mn Adult & Teen Challenge; Buffalo (MN); On-site; USD 57,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring incentive

Job summary

Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge seeks an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) to deliver adolescent residential treatment services in accordance with DHS 245G and Minnesota Rule 2960. You will work with teens and families to support recovery, develop treatment plans, and coordinate care across disciplines.

Responsibilities include assessments, individual and group counseling, case management, and family engagement while maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) required.
• At least 150 hours of supervised adolescent counseling experience.
• Completion of at least 30 hours of classroom instruction in adolescent counseling.
• Knowledge of adolescent substance use disorder treatment, co-occurring disorders, trauma-informed care, and treatment planning.
• Knowledge of Minnesota Rule 2960 requirements applicable to adolescent residential treatment.
• Knowledge of mandatory reporting requirements, confidentiality requirements, client rights, and professional ethics.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and implement program services and interventions to meet adolescent needs while complying with licensing and regulatory requirements.
• Complete an assessment and assessment summary within five calendar days after service initiation using ASAM.
• Develop an individual treatment plan with goals, methods, and referrals.
• Provide case management and document treatment activities accurately and timely.
• Independently create, implement and monitor individualized treatment plans; provide group and individual counseling.
• Facilitate age-appropriate groups on addiction and recovery.
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality, mandated reporting, and professional ethics.
• Engage parents and families to support treatment goals and transition to community.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to review progress and discharge needs.
• Coordinate with referrals and social service agencies.
• Prepare discharge summaries and transition planning documents.

Skills

LADC license

Adolescent counseling

ASAM knowledge

Minnesota DHS 245G

Mandatory reporting

Driver's license

Team collaboration

Emotional resilience

Ethical standards

Cultural sensitivity

Job description

Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge seeks an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) to deliver adolescent residential treatment services in accordance with DHS 245G and Minnesota Rule 2960. You will work with teens and families to support recovery, develop treatment plans, and coordinate care across disciplines.

Responsibilities include assessments, individual and group counseling, case management, and family engagement while maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.