Substance Use Service Coordinator (LCDC) – Make an Impact

Texas Panhandle Centers; Amarillo (TX); Vor Ort; USD 35.000 - 47.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Low-cost healthcare

Retirement match

Generous PTO & Holidays

Life & disability insurance

Zusammenfassung

Texas Panhandle Centers seeks a Service Coordinator for Substance Use (LCDC required) in Amarillo, TX, to deliver trauma-informed care, assessments, and recovery planning for adults across the Texas Panhandle. The role involves multi-disciplinary teamwork in a community-based setting.

The position requires an LCDC license in good standing, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid Texas driver's license. Willingness to participate in on-call rotation and adhere to agency procedures is essential.

Qualifikationen

• LCDC license required and in good standing.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas driver's license with insurable driving record.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Two-factor authentication (2FA) may be required.

Aufgaben

• Maintain trauma-informed, respectful communications at all times.
• Screen and assess adults/adolescents for substance use issues and determine appropriate treatment.
• Refer clients to appropriate treatment agencies.
• Prioritize waiting list for in-patient treatment; coordinate follow-up for out-patient care.
• Schedule OSAR service appointments.

Kenntnisse

LCDC license

Communication skills

Driver’s license

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Adult Basic Learning Examination (ABLE) score

Tools

CMBHS

Jobbeschreibung

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Service Coordinator - Substance Use (1077) (LCDC required)

OSAR Substance Abuse Full Time Amarillo, TX, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1468

Salary: $40,809.60 Annually

Job Title: Service Coordinator - Substance Use (1077) (LCDC required)

Location: Amarillo, TX (also serving the surrounding area)

Salary:$40,809.60 / year

Job Type: Full-Time

Why Join Texas Panhandle Centers (TPC)?

At TPC, passion and meaningful work are rewarded. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit behavioral health (BH) and intellectual & developmental disability (IDD) provider, we offer a supportive environment where you truly make a difference in your community.

• Student Loan Forgiveness: 501(c)(3) designation qualifies employees for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Low-Cost Healthcare: Urgent Care visits for a low $10 co-pay, Teladoc (100% free for household), plus comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision.
• Retirement Match: Automatic 1% enrollment into a 457 Plan, plus up to 6% Employer Match in 403(b)/457 Plan.
• Generous PTO & Holidays: PTO accrual, standard holidays, PLUS 3 annual Floating Holidays (Mental Health, Celebrate Diversity, and Day to Remember).
• Life & Disability Insurance: Employer-paid life insurance (1.5x annual salary) and optional supplemental coverage.

Texas Panhandle Centers is seeking a Service Coordinator for Substance Use (1077) (LCDC required) to deliver trauma-informed care, skills training, and recovery planning to adults (18+) across Amarillo and the surrounding service area of the Texas Panhandle. This role is ideal for human services graduates looking to gain direct clinical experience in a supportive, multi-disciplinary team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain ethical and professional communications at all times using respectful trauma-informed care language.
• Provide screening and assessment to individuals (adults and adolescents) with substance use/abuse related issues and determine appropriate treatment (in-patient or out-patient) for such individuals.
• Refer clients to appropriate agencies providing substance use/abuse treatment.
• Determine priority of individuals on waiting list for in-patient treatment, and provide appropriate follow-up services with clients in out-patient treatment.
• Schedule appointments for OSAR services.
• Enter data in Clinical Management for Behavioral Health Services (CMBHS) in a timely manner.
• Submit all client data, time sheets, travel requests, leave requests, purchase requisitions, and special reports to Administration in accordance with agency procedures and within the time frames specified.
• Coordinate services with probation departments, courts, and other agencies as necessary.
• Work as part of the on-call rotation.
• Intervene when necessary using verbal PMAB, CPR, and First Aid, as needed.
• Maintain training as required by the OSAR contract and by the agency.
• Provide services to regional clinics as required by the OSAR contract.
• Meet productivity standards as set forth by OSAR, supervisor, and center management.
• Perform other essential functions and tasks necessary to carry out the purposes of the position.
• Adhere to TPC Business Code of Conduct and report concerns if ethical and/or business standards defined in the code are compromised.

Qualifications & Credentials:

• Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) license to qualify as a Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) in the state of Texas.
• LCDC license must be current and in good standing.
• High school diploma or GED.
• One semester (12 credit hours) of accredited college work; or minimum of eighth grade reading comprehension level as evidenced by score on the Adult Basic Learning Examination (ABLE).
• Valid Texas Driver’s License with an insurable driving record.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Employees may be required to utilize their personal mobile phones for two-factor authentication (2FA). Full statement can be found in Informational Documents .

Experience Level Tiering:

• Graduate-level coursework in a related field may substitute for up to 1 year of required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a strong plus.
• Experience with providing substance use treatment services.

Texas Panhandle Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.