LCDC- Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor

Lakes Regional Community Center•Paris, TX

About The Position

The SUD Program Counselor is responsible for delivering high-quality substance use services for individuals with substance use disorders, while providing guidance, case management, referrals and consistent communication with community partners. The role ensures the effective implementation of evidenced based interventions, treatment, and contract compliance. With these goals in mind, the role ensures positive client outcomes while also assuring acceptable productivity throughout the week. The counselor will work directly with all clients referred by TDCJ, and local community partners including but not limited to CPS, probation, and parole.

Requirements

Valid and current Texas Driver's License
Valid and current LCDC in Texas

Nice To Haves

CMBHS/TDCJ Experience

Responsibilities

The counselor will facilitate both individual and group counseling sessions
Conduct evaluations as well as comprehensive SUD assessments
Ensure a collaborative continuum of care with our community partners
Provide clinically sound documentation, client engagement, and consistently meet productivity expectations
Participate in quality improvement measures, quarterly file self-audits, regular supervision and occasionally crisis intervention for clients experiencing acute behavioral or SUD challenges

Benefits

Loan Forgiveness
Employer-Cost sharing of Health Insurance (Plus 50% of Elected Dependent Coverage)
Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Employer-Paid Term Life Insurance
Employer-Match Retirement Contributions (Up to 5% of Base Salary)
Optional Dental, Vision, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Wellness Program
12 Paid Holidays per Year
2 Weeks Paid Vacation per Year with Graduating Accrual Rate
2+ Weeks of Paid Sick Leave per Year