LADC/ADCT - Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor

NorthStar Regional | Mental Health Services & Addiction Treatment; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

NorthStar Regional is seeking a full-time Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) responsible for delivering essential treatment services to clients facing substance use and mental health issues. The role includes providing case management, facilitating individual and group counseling, and ensuring compliance with licensure and confidentiality standards.

Located in Chaska, Minnesota, the position offers a salary of $65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year along with several benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in addiction counseling required.
• LADC License and related certifications are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and modify program design to meet licensure requirements.
• Provide case management and document treatment-related activities.
• Facilitate groups on addiction and mental health recovery.

Skills

Addiction counseling

Individual and group counseling

Culturally sensitive services

Case management

Mental health support

Education

LADC License

ADCT Licenses

Job description

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LADC - Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor - High and Low Intensity Residential

Job Description

We are looking for full‑time Alcohol and Drug Counselors (LADC) at NorthStar Regional. The counselor plays an important role in the delivery of treatment services to the clients and is responsible for ensuring that all clients receive services mandated by the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS). In addition, counselors provide essential services to support the achievement of effective personal development by working with clients individually or in group settings to identify and resolve issues including substance use, mental health, personal and/or emotional problems and family issues.

• In cooperation with the Program Director, evaluate and modify program design for the purpose of meeting licensure requirements and the needs of clients.
• Provide case management/file documentation for an individual caseload, noting all treatment‑related activities and services in a timely manner including assessment of chemical use and mental health problems, creating and monitoring individualized treatment plans, and providing group therapy and individual counseling services to individuals with co‑occurring chemical abuse and mental health problems.
• Facilitate/participate in groups regarding the disease of addiction and the recovery process consistent with maintaining good mental health.
• Provide culturally sensitive and relevant services to diverse clients and their families.
• Be responsible for complying with federal and state confidentiality statutes, upholding ethical standards established and implied by the profession, and the DHS rules, and operate within the authority set by the Program Director.

This is an in‑person position and requires all scheduled shifts to be worked.

Job Type: Full‑time

LADC Salary: $65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience

• Addiction counseling: 1 year (Required)

License / Certification

• LADC License
• ADCT Licenses

Mission, Vision, Values

Embrace NorthStar Regional’s mission to rebuild lives and restore every client to their best self by providing quality, individualized, comprehensive treatment to those experiencing problems with alcohol, drugs, and mental health issues.

Actively contribute to NorthStar Regional’s vision of helping clients experience freedom from addiction and providing life‑changing mental health support.

Uphold a culture rooted in our core values of respect, accountability, integrity, spirituality, and excellence, fostering an environment where these principles are not only adhered to but also promoted and integrated into daily operations, interactions, and decision‑making processes.