Counselor - IV

SCADD, Inc; New London (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Medical Plans

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with 10% match

Vacation and Sick accruals

11 paid Holidays

Education/Training opportunities

Licensure Reimbursement

No nights or weekends

Job summary

Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) seeks a Licensed Counselor for our New London transitional treatment program.

You will provide evidence-based counseling, assessment, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and discharge planning within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. The role offers a starting salary of $60,000 for Associate Licensure and $80,000 for Independent Licensure, plus a $3,000 sign-on bonus and eligibility for NHSC loan repayment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Clinician with required state licensure and trauma-informed care approach.
• Experience providing individual, group, and family counseling; case management
• Ability to document, coordinate, and monitor patient care in a multidisciplinary setting

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services including assessment, treatment planning, counseling, crisis intervention, and discharge planning.
• Conduct initial client assessments and ongoing evaluations to inform treatment level of care
• Coordinate case management with community resources and discharge planning
• Provide crisis intervention and support for clients with mental health and substance use concerns
• Document progress notes, referrals, and related records accurately and on time
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to adjust treatment plans as needed
• Offer counseling to family members when appropriate

Skills

Assessment skills

Treatment planning

Documentation

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Associate licensure (LMSW, LPC-A, or LMFT-A)

Independent licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or LADC)

Job description

Licensed Clinician - New London, CTJob Description

Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) is an award-winning, nationally and locally recognized leader in substance use disorder and behavioral health treatment in southeastern Connecticut. We are proud recipients of the Top Workplace award, 2023 Non-Profit of the Year and 2023 Executive Director of the Year honors from the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce, and recognition as a Top Tier organization and a Recovery Friendly Workplace.

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Licensed Counselor to join our New London transitional treatment program — providing individualized, evidence-based counseling and case management to clients on their path to recovery.

What We Offer:

• Starting Salary: $60,000 (Associate License) | $80,000 (Independent License)
• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus
• NHSC Loan Repayment eligibility through our HRSA-approved site designation
• Multiple Medical Plans to fit your needs and budget
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 10% employer match at 1 year
• Vacation and Sick accruals
• 11 paid Holidays
• 40 hours of paid Education/Training annually
• Paid Licensure Reimbursement
• Monday – Friday schedule — no nights or weekends
• Meaningful clinical work making a lasting difference in the lives of individuals in recovery

What You'll Do:

As a Licensed Counselor, you will provide direct clinical services to clients in our New London transitional treatment program — supporting individuals through assessment, treatment planning, counseling, crisis intervention, and discharge planning in a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting.

Responsibilities include:

• Orient clients to the program, including program goals, rules of conduct, and client rights upon admission
• Ensure insurance authorizations are accounted for in alignment with dates of treatment and services provided
• Provide education and information to clients individually and in group settings on substance use disorders and recovery resources
• Coordinate case management needs, matching services, agencies, and community resources with clients to assist with discharge planning
• Provide crisis intervention services in response to clients experiencing acute emotional or physical distress
• Support clients in identifying strengths, challenges, and needs to inform ongoing treatment planning for substance use and/or mental health concerns
• Identify client needs that exceed the current level of care and assist with referrals to appropriate support systems and community resources
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to report on client progress and modify established treatment plans as needed
• Formulate clinical interventions to promote client stability, engagement, and investment in treatment
• Provide counseling for family members or significant others as appropriate
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time, including progress notes, referral and contractual networking records, and incident reports
• Conduct initial client assessments for placement and ongoing assessments for continued treatment or referral to a more appropriate level of care
• Establish individualized treatment plans with clients, incorporating targeted goals, objectives, and interventions that maximize strengths and available resources
• Utilize individual, group, and family counseling skills to help clients explore problems, examine attitudes and feelings, consider alternative solutions, and make meaningful decisions
• Chart assessment and treatment planning results, writing reports, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other client-related documentation in a timely manner

What You'll Need:

• Clinical Licensure: Associate licensure (LMSW, LPC-A, or LMFT-A) or independent licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or LADC) required
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills
• Commitment to trauma-informed care, recovery-oriented practice, and SCADD's values of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Why SCADD?

Since 1966, SCADD has remained at the forefront of substance use disorder treatment, continuously evolving to meet the needs of individuals, families, and communities across southeastern Connecticut. We believe in second chances and the power of recovery — and our clinical team is at the heart of making that possible every day. When you join SCADD, you join a team that shows up with hope, connection, and purpose.

If you're ready to do meaningful clinical work in a supportive, mission-driven environment, we want to hear from you.

SCADD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. A pre-employment drug screen, conducted by a qualified lab, is required in accordance with Connecticut law.