Lcdc - Prn

Sierra Health + Wellness; Angleton (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Health + Wellness in Angleton, Texas, seeks a Substance Use Disorder Counselor to provide comprehensive care through counseling and case management. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, facilitating psychoeducational groups, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and an active Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor credential in Texas. This role offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals recovering from substance use and mental health challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health or related field preferred.
• Active LCDC credential in Texas is required.
• Experience providing counseling services for substance use disorders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling sessions.
• Facilitate psychoeducational groups related to addiction.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Skills

Counseling for substance use disorders

Case management

Collaboration with clinical staff

Crisis intervention

Relapse prevention

Education

Bachelor's degree in behavioral health

Active Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC)

Job description

Description

Serenity Light Recovery Center at Sierra Health and Wellness use evidence-based methods to accomplish the restoration of families, relationships, and self-worth. By transforming the character, we give life back to the people who have lost it through substance abuse and mental health issues.

Position Summary

Provides Substance Use Disorder (SUD) counseling and education for patients and their families across levels of care. Responsible for case management and collaboration with clinical staff, utilization management, and referral sources to support comprehensive patient care.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized treatment plans
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling sessions
• Facilitate psychoeducational groups related to addiction, relapse prevention, and recovery skills
• Monitor client progress and modify treatment plans as needed
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
• Provide case management, including coordination of care and referrals to community resources
• Develop discharge and aftercare plans to support sustained recovery
• Participate in crisis intervention and relapse prevention planning
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including medical, psychiatric, and clinical staff
• Communicate effectively with referral sources and external stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and organizational policies and ethical standards
• Other duties assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health, human services, or related field preferred
• Active Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) credential in the state of Texas
• Knowledge of Texas HHSC regulations and documentation standards
• Experience providing counseling services for substance use disorders

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