Licensed SUD Counselor: Impactful Assessments & Therapy

Heartland Center for Behavioral Change; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Center for Behavioral Change seeks a Licensed Counselor to join a multidisciplinary team providing substance use disorder treatment. The role includes conducting assessments and developing treatment plans, plus direct counseling and crisis support across multiple sites.

The position emphasizes documentation, progress monitoring, and adherence to state standards. Missouri licensure and at least one year of relevant experience are required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Qualified professional with license in Missouri (LCSW/LMSW/LPC/PLPC or NP) and relevant practice licensure.
• At least one year of full-time experience in treatment or rehabilitation of substance use disorder.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessments for referred clients and documents findings.
• Completes initial consumer treatment plans based upon the assessed need of the consumer.
• Attends periodic meetings with designated team members to assist in the development of a consumer's treatment plan.
• Provides direct services, including individual counseling, group counseling, group education, family education/therapy.
• Responsible for managing a caseload of consumers consistent with state standards and regulatory requirements as assigned
• Maintains timely, clear, concise and well-organized information in the electronic health record of services provided.
• May record qualifying diagnosis for review and approval of Licensed Counselor if Qualified Mental Health Professional Criteria are met.
• Assesses, monitors, evaluates and records consumer participation, progress, and adjustment against measurable recorded treatment goals in a timely manner.
• Provides services at multiple sites, as required.

Skills

DSM IV-R knowledge

Diagnostic assessment

Crisis intervention

Professional rapport

Cultural competence

Documentation

Case management

Substance use disorder knowledge

Education

Licensure in MO (LCSW/LMSW/LPC/PLPC/NP)

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Heartland Center for Behavioral Change seeks a Licensed Counselor to join a multidisciplinary team providing substance use disorder treatment. The role includes conducting assessments and developing treatment plans, plus direct counseling and crisis support across multiple sites.

The position emphasizes documentation, progress monitoring, and adherence to state standards. Missouri licensure and at least one year of relevant experience are required for consideration.