Field-Based Youth Addiction Counselor | Sign-On Bonus

ND Health and Human Services; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $12,000

Job summary

ND Health and Human Services is seeking a Youth Addiction Counselor to serve youth in the Grand Forks area. The role involves assessment, short-term counseling, recovery management, and group facilitation within a multidisciplinary team, with travel to client homes.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in Addiction Counseling, Addiction Studies, Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology, plus current LAC licensure. A valid driver's license and completed defensive driving course are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Addiction Counseling or related field with licensure requirement.
• Current licensure as an Addiction Counselor (LAC) by the North Dakota Board of Addiction Counseling Examiners.
• Valid driver's license and successful completion of defensive driving course during orientation.
• Willingness to travel to meet clients in homes and communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, treatment, recovery management, and supportive services to youth and families.
• Facilitate groups and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Collaborate with Human Service Zones, schools, juvenile court, and healthcare providers.
• Deliver crisis intervention and risk assessments in office and community settings.
• Educate and consult with families, interns, and residents.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Addiction Counseling

Bachelor's degree in Addiction Studies

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Bachelor's degree in Counseling

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Job description

ND Health and Human Services is seeking a Youth Addiction Counselor to serve youth in the Grand Forks area. The role involves assessment, short-term counseling, recovery management, and group facilitation within a multidisciplinary team, with travel to client homes.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in Addiction Counseling, Addiction Studies, Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology, plus current LAC licensure. A valid driver's license and completed defensive driving course are required.