Clinical Counselor II, III, or IV-AD/OP
About The Position
Improving Lives. Improving Communities. LRADAC offers a wide array of prevention, intervention and treatment programs in both Lexington and Richland counties, so when you join our team, you are truly improving lives and improving communities. As a part of our dedicated staff, you will be a part of innovative programs and services taking a proactive approach to fighting addition and drug misuse in our schools, businesses, and neighborhoods. We tailor our programs to meet the ever-changing needs of the communities we serve. Our prevention, intervention and treatment programs spread the message that there is hope and that substance misuse and addiction are preventable and treatable. The Clinical Counselor’s primary duty is the performance of work requiring advanced knowledge, discretion and judgment in the application of therapeutic interventions designed to improve the overall function and wellbeing of patients diagnosed with substance use disorders, mental illness, and/or co-occurring disorders. Includes completion of biopsychosocial assessments, providing individual, group and family therapy, case management and crisis intervention as needed. Come join an agency that believes in continuous improvement and training/education for our team members. We are passionate about reaching and renewing lives by restoring hope that change is possible. Position Logistics Full-time, 34-hour work week (4-days) Routinely 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM shifts Monday-Thursday, daytime and evening hours are required, flex schedule as approved by supervisor. We are open to hiring as a Clinical Counselor II, III or IV. Level and compensation will be commensurate with experience and education.
Requirements
- A Master’s degree in social work or counseling field
- Licensure as an LPHA (Licensed Physician; Licensed Psychiatrist; Licensed Psychologist; Licensed Psycho-educational Specialist; Licensed APRN; LISW-CP; LMSW, LPC; LMFT; LAC)
Nice To Haves
- Experience in performing the essential duties of the position for substance use/misuse populations are preferred.
- Certification as ADC/AADC are highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Completes appropriate screening and/or biopsychosocial assessments for all patients upon admission
- Provides evidence-based, best practice therapeutic interventions to individuals, groups, and families with substance use disorders, mental illness, and/or co-occurring disorders.
- Utilizes crisis intervention counseling as necessary
- Develops, maintains, monitors and updates, as necessary, individualized plans of care for assigned patients
- Manages and monitors patient progress, identifies patient needs, and maintains clinical documentation in compliance with all applicable regulatory standards
- Participates in regularly scheduled clinical supervision with assigned Program Manager
- Collaborate with other members of the treatment team to provide case consultation and case management services to all patients
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
