LADC | Chemical Dependency Detox

10000 Sanford; Thief River Falls (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor to join the outpatient behavioral health team. Expect to support clients with evidence-based counseling and personalized treatment planning in a welcoming setting during daytime hours.

Relocation assistance and a sign-on bonus may be available for qualified candidates. A bachelor’s degree and Minnesota licensure path are required, with strong clinical skills and commitment to recovery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or exempt under Minnesota Statutes, chapter 148F.
• 40 hours of continuing education every two years plus mandatory trainings.
• Minnesota licensure pathway: LADC, ADC-T, or exempt from licensure.

Responsibilities

• Assess addiction severity and related issues to support recovery.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and deliver interventions.
• Provide treatment through individual therapy, groups, and case management.
• Document assessments, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Educate team members about chemical dependency and health.
• Collaborate with other providers and refer to community resources.
• Possibly provide adolescent assessment/treatment with qualifications.
• Operate within licensure scope and professional competence.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or exempt under Minnesota Statutes, chapter 148F.

Job description

Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world‑class health care in America's heartland. Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation: Salary Range: $21.50 - $38.50 Sign-On Bonus Available! Union Position: No Department Details

Join Our Dedicated Outpatient Team at Sanford Behavioral Health! Make a real difference in the lives of individuals working toward recovery. As a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, you will support clients through evidence based counseling and personalized treatment planning in a welcoming outpatient setting that puts people first.

At Sanford Behavioral Health, you will be part of a collaborative, mission driven team that values your expertise and supports your growth. Enjoy flexible scheduling with primarily daytime hours, plus two evening group sessions each week, and the opportunity to work with diverse populations while building meaningful therapeutic relationships.

To support your transition, relocation assistance and a sign on bonus may be available for qualified candidates. This full time opportunity is ideal for licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors, or those who meet exempt status qualifications, who bring strong clinical skills, clear communication, and a passion for helping others achieve lasting recovery.

Summary

The Licensed Addictions Counselor provides behavioral treatment and support to help clients or patients recover from addiction and address related issues in emotional, social, occupational, and mental health functioning. Has working knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria.

Job Description

• Assesses the severity of addiction and related issues and issues that may help or hinder recovery.
• Develops individualized treatment plans specific to patient issues and delivers treatment interventions to guide and support behavior change.
• Plans and provides treatment and continuous assessment through a variety of modalities, including individual treatment, therapy groups, and case management.
• Documents and maintains treatment records, including assessments, summaries, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Serves as a primary source of education to other team members regarding chemical dependency and health.
• Collaborates with others in the treatment planning and support of patients, including other treatment providers, primary care providers, and legal officials, when needed.
• Has knowledge of referral sources and community resources that are available to support treatment.
• Performs work duties within the scope of individual competence and licensure.
• May provide adolescent assessment and treatment to patients aged 13 and older (additional qualifications required to treat adolescents).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or exempt under Minnesota Statutes, chapter 148F.
• Requires completion of 40 hours of continuing education every two years, including diversity and ethics, and completion of annual/bi-annual mandatory trainings.
• In Minnesota, must have one of the following: Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) Alcohol and Drug Counselor - Trainee (ADC-T) or exempt from licensure under Minnesota Statutes, chapter 148F.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training and certification within six months of hire.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].

About Sanford Health and Good Samaritan

The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill.

Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.