Counselor II (LCDC)

Gateway Foundation; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with company 3%

Job summary

Alpharus Health seeks a dedicated Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) to provide comprehensive substance use treatment at our residential corrections center in Humble, TX. You will facilitate individual and group sessions, develop personalized treatment plans, and work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure evidence-based care.

The role offers clinical supervision, continuing education credits, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• LCDC required with strong counseling fundamentals.
• Master's or Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field.
• At least six months' experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling preferred.
• Experience in a corrections environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality evidence-based care.
• Complete documentation of treatment and discharge plans and client progress.

Skills

Client counseling

Case management

Assessment skills

Group counseling

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree in psychology/counseling/social work

Job description

Who is Alpharus Health?

Alpharus Health is a national nonprofit behavioral health provider dedicated to helping people build healthier lives. For nearly 60 years, we have provided substance use and mental health treatment that helps individuals, families, and communities find healing, hope, and lasting wellbeing. Our mission is simple: We help people build healthier lives. By combining clinical expertise with a person-centered approach, we help people build the skills, resilience, and support systems needed to create meaningful, lasting change.

Why join us?

Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll be working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. When you join us, you'll discover personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.

Who is Alpharus Health?

Alpharus Health is a national nonprofit behavioral health provider dedicated to helping people build healthier lives. For nearly 60 years, we have provided substance use and mental health treatment that helps individuals, families, and communities find healing, hope, and lasting wellbeing. Our mission is simple: We help people build healthier lives. By combining clinical expertise with a person-centered approach, we help people build the skills, resilience, and support systems needed to create meaningful, lasting change.

Why join us?

Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll be working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. When you join us, you'll discover personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.

We are honored to offer behavioral healthcare services in Corrections

Perks of working in correctional healthcare:

• Opportunity to make a positive impact on a marginalized population
• Exposure to diverse patient demographics
• Focus on driving change, tracking progress, and improving care
• Development of skills in a unique healthcare setting

Alpharus Health is seeking a dedicated Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) to provide comprehensive substance use treatment services at our residential community corrections treatment center in Humble, TX, serving adult male and female clients.

Location: Atascocita - 2312 Atascocita Rd. Humble, TX 77396

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Overview: In this role, you will facilitate individual and group counseling sessions, develop and implement personalized treatment plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care. Working in a structured, therapeutic environment, you will play a vital role in supporting clients on their recovery journey. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your professional growth through clinical supervision, continuing education credits, and tuition reimbursement.

Certified Substance Abuse Counselors are responsible for:

• Completes comprehensive assessments of clients’ substance abuse history and treatment requirements, and develops individualized treatment plan.
• Provides individual and group counseling and may facilitate didactic groups.
• Documents treatment and discharge plans, and clients’ progress and responses to treatment; and maintains related records and charts.
• Performs case management and contributes to client care monitoring.

Requirements:

• LCDC is required
• At least six months previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling preferred.
• Master's or Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work or a related field required.
• Experience in a corrections environment preferred.

Work Environment:

• Working with our adult nonviolent clients in a controlled and structured setting for residential treatment

Compensation (based on experience and credentials):

• $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
• Alphaurs Health conducts annual reviews including merit increases.

Benefits at Apharus Health:

Health and Wellness:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health

Financial Wellbeing:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match
• Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Alpharus
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Flexibility and Time Off:

• 18 paid time off days per year – accrual rates increase with years of service
• 9 paid company holidays
• Work-life-balance

Personal Development:

• Training & Development Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year
• eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU’s and job-related training
• Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance

Alpharus Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.