Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor | New Beginnings

Good Samaritan Society; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a Licensed Addictions Counselor to provide behavioral treatment and support for clients recovering from addiction. The role requires working knowledge of ASAM criteria and ability to assess and plan individualized treatment.

The position involves delivering therapy in individual and group settings, documenting progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery and community resources. Minnesota licensure and BLS within six months are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Requires completion of 40 hours of continuing education every two years, including diversity and ethics, and annual/bi-annual trainings.
• In Minnesota, must have one of: Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) or ADC-T.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides behavioral treatment and support to help clients recover from addiction and address related issues.
• Develops individualized treatment plans and delivers treatment interventions.
• Documents and maintains treatment records, including assessments, progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Collaborates with the treatment team, primary care providers, and others as needed.
• May provide adolescent assessment and treatment (ages 13+) with additional qualifications.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Careers With Purpose

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.

Facility: Park Rapids Clinic
Location: Park Rapids, MN
Address: 110 7th St W, Park Rapids, MN 56470, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $24.00 - $34.50
Pay Info: Sign-On Bonus Available!

Job 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. 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 required. 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)

Basic Life Support (BLS) training and certification within six months of hire.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

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 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0273881
Job Function: Behavioral Health and Dependency
Featured: No