SUD Counselor - Recovery Support & Education

Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe is seeking a SUD Counselor to provide counseling and support to individuals in recovery from alcohol or other addictive chemicals, using multiple modalities and family involvement.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and current licensure, with 2–5 years in SUD treatment. Strong communication, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity are essential, and travel is minimal within the community setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling or related field is required.
• Current LADC licensure or UMICAD Certification is required.
• Minimum of two to five years of experience in SUD treatment, counseling, and/or assessment.
• Familiarity with the Mille Lacs Band culture and policies; ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide SUD counseling, treatment, and aftercare planning utilizing a variety of modalities for individuals, families and groups.
• Coordinate educational programs for the SUD outpatient CD treatment program.
• Facilitate adult groups.
• Recruit Band Elders to serve in mentor role for those in outpatient treatment programs.
• Network with other tribal and county human services organizations.
• Transport clients as necessary.
• Maintain appropriate records of treatment and referrals for clients.
• Complete comprehensive assessments for clients.
• Conduct SUD program orientation sessions.
• Meet with clients, both individually and in groups, and with their families to provide family counseling and education.
• Assist clients as necessary and appropriate while in treatment and recovery.
• Provide liaison between CD SUD staff and other HHS professionals.
• Participate in discharge planning for clients.
• Maintain confidentiality of all program participants per United States Code (42 CFR Part 2).

Skills

Communication skills

Writing ability

Interpersonal skills

Recovery experience

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor's degree in counseling or related field

LADC licensure or UMICAD certification

Tools

Windows

Word processing

Job description

The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe is seeking a SUD Counselor to provide counseling and support to individuals in recovery from alcohol or other addictive chemicals, using multiple modalities and family involvement.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and current licensure, with 2–5 years in SUD treatment. Strong communication, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity are essential, and travel is minimal within the community setting.