Co-occurring Counselor (LADC or ADC-T)

Park Avenue Center • Minneapolis, MN

3d • $56,000 - $68,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Park Avenue Center (PAC) provides culturally-specific chemical dependency care in the heart of Minneapolis. A top-rated employer, PAC seeks to empower people to improve their lives and to be a place where employees want to work.
PAC is seeking a Co-occurring Counselor to work in a positive work environment with a team of supportive professionals. Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, the Co-occurring Counselor is responsible for managing a case load of clients by providing co-occurring (chemical and mental health) personalized individual, interactive, and group treatment.

Requirements

• Must demonstrate competence in screening for and working with clients with co-occurring disorders; through education, training and experience
• Knowledge of MN Statute Chapter 245G and licensing and its application to the department and company’s policy and procedures
• Ability to work in alignment with company values, goals, policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with co-workers
• Ability to establish priorities, manage projects and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and electronic medical record system; or ability to obtain proficiency after training
• Must be a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) or be able to obtain an Alcohol and Drug Counselor Temporary permit (ADC-T)
• Must obtain and maintain required continuing education units and training
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Responsibilities

• Conduct individualized client treatment sessions weekly
• Facilitate a variety of gender-specific groups including but not limited to, activity, process, and psycho-educational
• Comply with MN Statute Rule 245G requirements regarding timely and accurate paperwork and documentation
• Provide support and intervention in crisis situations
• Maintain a positive, professional and ethical demeanor with clients and within the community while following a strict code of ethics
• Participate in multidisciplinary staffing meetings weekly
• Participate in weekly supervision meetings with the Clinical Supervisor
• Work alongside peers to offer and receive support when needed

Benefits

• In-person, full-time M-F days with flexible scheduling options.
• The wage range is $56,000-$68,000 based on licensure and experience.
• We offer a competitive benefits package including generous paid time off, a training stipend, a 401k match up to 4%, employer paid life insurance and short term disability, and a variety of voluntary benefits: medical, dental, vision, voluntary life, and voluntary long term disability.
• 120 hours PTO accrued in year one, increasing to 136 hours in year 2
• 4% 401k match after 6 months
• Company-paid training,
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability, contribution to medical,
• Access to dental, vision, voluntary life, and voluntary long-term disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed