Substance Use Counselor & Therapist (LCADC)

Seven Counties; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Seven Counties in Louisville, KY is hiring a licensed substance use disorders counselor to provide individual, group, and family counseling and to support treatment planning and client education.

The role requires LCADC credential, a Master’s in human services, and at least four years of counseling experience; strong documentation skills and collaboration with referral sources are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years' counseling or related experience with individuals with substance use disorders.
• Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) credential required.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, group, and family counseling to help clients identify and resolve personal substance use disorder issues.
• Utilizes assessment and diagnostic tools and forms to gather information pertaining to client history to assist in developing accurate assessments and treatment planning.
• Maintains accurate documentation of individual, group and family counseling sessions and activities adhering to established regulations and licensure standards.
• Provides information to clients with substance use disorders and related issues through educational sessions which may include presentations, films, chalk talks, etc.
• Consults with client referral sources on issues related to client treatment and therapy progress.
• Provides a variety of indirect client services including writing correspondence on behalf of clients, submitting court reports, and making court appearances, charting medical records, conducting case reviews and treatment planning, making telephone contacts, and monitoring client fees.
• Performs multiple organizational responsibilities including attending and participating in supervisory and staff meetings, performing assigned committee functions, facilitating non-clinical collaboration with other departments, etc.

Skills

Counseling

Education

Master's degree in human services field

Job description

Seven Counties in Louisville, KY is hiring a licensed substance use disorders counselor to provide individual, group, and family counseling and to support treatment planning and client education.

The role requires LCADC credential, a Master’s in human services, and at least four years of counseling experience; strong documentation skills and collaboration with referral sources are essential.