Float Counselor (ADC-t or LADC)
About The Position
The Float Counselor (LADC or ADC-T) provides direct therapeutic counseling, assessment, and case management services to clients in Progress Valley’s treatment programs. The role supports clients through individualized treatment planning, group facilitation, and crisis intervention while modeling the organization’s mission and core values. Counselors collaborate with the clinical team to provide comprehensive, person-centered care and maintain ethical and professional standards. The position may work at any Progress Valley residential or outpatient location according to program needs. It is a full-time, exempt role with rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage as needed. The work takes place in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment requiring resilience, adaptability, and commitment to client-centered care.
Requirements
- Current Minnesota LADC or ADC-T license.
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Dependency Counseling or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- At least 12 hours of training in co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
- Ability to pass a DHS Rule 11 background check.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Computer literacy and strong organizational skills.
- CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain it.
- Ability to relate effectively to individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Valid driver’s license and favorable driving record.
- Flexibility to work at any Progress Valley residential or outpatient location based on program needs.
Responsibilities
- Complete admission documentation, including Individual Abuse Prevention Plans, Initial Services Plans, and Release of Information forms.
- Provide person-centered care, advocate for clients, and respect their backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences.
- Develop diagnostic evaluations and individualized treatment plans based on client strengths, needs, and preferences.
- Facilitate therapeutic, behavioral, and educational group sessions using evidence-based practices.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including assessments, treatment plan reviews, and discharge summaries.
- Uphold ethical standards, confidentiality, applicable laws, and agency policies.
- Communicate clearly and respectfully with clients and staff, and collaborate with internal and external professionals to provide comprehensive care.
- Participate in staff meetings and training sessions as required.
- Follow through on responsibilities, take accountability for outcomes, and support a productive work environment.
- Respond calmly and effectively to emergencies and crises; support on-call coverage and 24/7 facility staffing where applicable.
- Adapt to change and remain effective through challenges while upholding the organization’s mission, values, and Code of Ethics.
- Seek feedback, develop professional skills through training, and contribute to improving and expanding services.
- Work at residential or outpatient locations as program needs require.
- Provide rotating-shift coverage, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- 401(k) match with immediate vesting
- Paid time off
- Flexible hours
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