Clinical Counselor II, III, or IV
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. 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. 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.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in human service field is required.
- Licensed in South Carolina as an LPHA or Certification as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor or Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor through Addiction Professionals of South Carolina are highly desired. If unlicensed/uncertified, ability to obtain licensure or certification within three years of hire.
Nice To Haves
- A Master’s degree in human service field and experience in performing the essential duties of the position for substance use/misuse populations are preferred.
- Licensure as an LPHA (Licensed Physician; Licensed Psychiatrist; Licensed Psychologist; Licensed Psycho-educational Specialist; Licensed APRN; LISW-CP; Licensed PN; LPC; LMFT; LAC) or certification as ADC/AADC are highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Provides evidence-based, best practice therapeutic interventions to individuals, groups, and families with substance use disorders, mental illness, and/or co-occurring disorders.
- Completes appropriate screening and/or biopsychosocial assessments for all patients upon admission
- 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
- Collaborates with other members of the treatment team to provide case consultation and case management services to all patients
- Assists with POE duties to ensure timely access to assessments
- Attends all required meetings and training sessions
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
