LCDC

Paycom - ATS; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom is seeking an LCDC Counselor in Texarkana, TX to counsel individuals and families affected by alcohol and drug abuse, interviewing clients, reviewing records, and conducting didactic sessions to support recovery. The role includes group counseling, documentation, and collaboration with other professionals.

Responsibilities include preparing reports, maintaining files, communicating schedule changes, and delivering community presentations while adhering to agency policies and grant

Qualifications

• Must have strong multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient with basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Counsel individuals and families dealing with substance abuse.
• Interview clients, review records, assessments and screenings.
• Conduct individual or group counseling sessions and didactic programs.
• Prepare confidential correspondence and maintain filing systems.
• Provide transportation to activities as needed and coordinate with other professionals.

Skills

Multitasking

Written and verbal communication

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

LCDC status (Texas Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse)

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Texarkana, TX 75501, POSITION SUMMARY The LCDC Counselor position counsels and aids individuals and families requiring assistance dealing with substance abuse problems, such as alcohol or drug abuse; interviews clients, reviews records, assessments, screenings, and confers with other professionals to evaluate condition of client. Counsels clients individually or in group sessions to assist client in overcoming alcohol and drug dependency. Performs skills trainings and acts as a role model for clients. This position will conduct substance abuse didactic and educational sessions for clients who need such services.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares confidential and non-confidential correspondence in a professional style and format
• Perform the twelve (12) core functions of counseling as defined by the Texas Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse
• Maintains effective filing system and files necessary information according to Agency and DSHS policies and procedures
• Documents all activities provided to clients according to Agency standards and procedures
• Communicates all schedule changes to supervisor immediately.
• Prepares monthly reports in a timely manner as requested by supervisor.
• Prepares time reports and mileage accurately and on time
• Conducts community presentations as necessary
• Attends all staff meetings and trainings as assigned by supervisor.
• Serves as an advocate for the clients at all times, avoids derogatory and/or inappropriate remarks regarding clients.
• Provides curriculum-based prevention/intervention programs in assigned schools as directed by supervisor.
• Communicate with all community members; such as clients, general public, and other services providers in a friendly, cooperative and professional manner, conducting presentations as necessary.
• Assists with letters of agreements for grants.
• Reports any emerging trends or unusual situations to supervisor
• Assists in monitoring the quantitative goals and targeted risk groups to assure compliance with grant requirements.
• Facilitates admission (into program) and/or referral (e.g., inpatient treatment, mental health counseling) to appropriate services to assist clients.
• Provides client transportation to activities in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Assist in providing alternative activities to clients and their families.
• Conducts self in a manner consistent with professional standards.
• Adheres to Agency dress code, attendance policy and all other Agency policy

Other duties including but not limited to essential job functions, as assigned. This job can change at any time for any or no reason.

Qualifications:

• Requires valid Texas Driver’s License, appropriate driving record and auto liability insurance that meets the minimum required by the State of Texas, Arkansas or Oklahoma Statues.
• Requires a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• LCDC status as designated by the Texas Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse
• Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Good multi-tasking ability.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Computer literacy