Alcohol and Drug Counselor III

Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa•Cloquet, MN

1d•$56,064 - $63,072•Onsite

About The Position

The Alcohol and Drug Counselor III works in the Human Services – Substance Use Disorder department at a designated onsite location and reports to the SUD Program Supervisor. The role provides assessment, counseling, treatment planning, education, and follow-up services for clients and their families, including clients with co-occurring chemical dependency and mental health problems. The counselor collaborates with client treatment teams and may provide clinical supervision to ADC-I and ADC-II staff as directed. The position requires a four-year degree in Human Service, Chemical Dependency, or an equivalent field, completion of an 880-hour internship, and the ability to meet Fond du Lac Reservation licensing requirements. The employee must obtain a Fond du Lac Reservation ADC-III license within six months of hire and maintain required CPR certification. The role includes travel, may involve shift work seven days a week and on holidays, and is subject to drug and alcohol testing and pre-employment and annual background checks. The probationary period is 90 days for full-time employees and 120 days for part-time employees. The position is exempt and salaried, with a rate of pay from $56,063.84 to $63,071.82 and a $3,500 bonus with a two-year commitment.

Requirements

Valid U.S. Class D driver's license and Fond du Lac insurability.
State Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor or equivalent, or eligibility for Fond du Lac Reservation Tribal Licensure.
Four-year degree in Human Service, Chemical Dependency, or equivalent, and completion of an 880-hour internship.
Obtain a Fond du Lac Reservation ADC-III license within six months of hire.
Current CPR certification, or obtain certification within six months of hire, and maintain certification throughout employment.
Complete Fond du Lac NARCAN training within six months of hire.
If chemically dependent, have at least two years free of use, document the length of sobriety, and maintain continued sobriety.
Ability to maintain healthy boundaries with clients.
Documented competence in screening for and working with clients with mental health problems through education, training, and experience.
One year of group and counseling experience.
Knowledge of computer applications including word processing, Access, Excel, and Microsoft Outlook.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and establish priorities.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to establish professional and harmonious working relationships with all parties involved.
Availability for operations that may include shift work seven days a week and on holidays.
Subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Fond du Lac Reservation Personnel Policies.
Subject to pre-employment and annual background checks.
Travel is required.
Normal physical requirements.

Nice To Haves

Twelve hours of clinical and ethical supervision training for supervision of ADC-I and ADC-II.
Knowledge of Native American communities, culture, customs, and beliefs.
Experience working with Native American clients and communities, with demonstrated cultural sensitivity.

Responsibilities

May conduct State of Minnesota Rule 25 Assessments authorizing chemical dependency treatment.
Provide treatment planning in accordance with Fond du Lac Ordinance and the 12 core functions of counseling.
Screen and work with clients who have co-occurring chemical dependency and mental health problems.
Provide one-to-one counseling, conduct educational groups, and provide group support for program clients and their families.
Provide follow-up services for individual clients transitioning into the Fond du Lac Human Services Outpatient Treatment Program.
Develop and provide appropriate educational materials for staff and the community.
Participate on client treatment teams and collaborate with team members to promote clients' recovery plans.
Provide clinical supervision for ADC-I and ADC-II staff as directed by the program supervisor or department coordinator.
Submit required reports to appropriate parties.
Attend all mandatory department trainings.
Maintain confidentiality of financial records and records for employees, band members, and clients.
Respond promptly and professionally to requests, complaints, and problems.
Demonstrate courtesy, respect, and sensitivity to visitors and coworkers as a representative of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa.
Represent the Fond du Lac Band and department positively and professionally in the community.
Maintain proper attendance and report to work on time in accordance with applicable policies.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Be flexible and assume other responsibilities assigned by management as necessary.
Travel as required.