Licensed Addictions Counselor

Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch•Bozeman, MT

5d•$25 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Addictions Counselor supports a trauma-informed environment and provides substance abuse services to youth with a history of substance use within the scope of services offered by Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch (YBGR). The counselor serves as a positive role model and mentor to youth, including those who have experienced complex trauma. The role requires a mission- and values-driven approach, a strong work ethic, reliability, and a commitment to supporting youth and families. The counselor conducts chemical dependency assessments and therapy, maintains treatment records, provides follow-up and aftercare planning, and participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning. The position also contributes to prevention services, organizational goals and quality improvement, participates in supervision and training, and may take part in the CBS on-call rotation. The position is full-time and located in Bozeman, Montana. The listed starting salary range is $24.50–$27.57 per hour, corresponding to steps 1–5 of an 11-step pay schedule; the starting salary is determined by education and relevant experience.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Must pass criminal record and child abuse registry background checks required by the State of Montana.
Associate of Arts degree or certificate from an accredited institution in alcohol and drug studies, addiction, or substance abuse, with at least 330 contact hours in addiction courses.
Current Montana Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC) license.
Ability to conduct thorough assessments of clients’ substance use history, mental health status, and related psychosocial factors to develop personalized treatment plans.
Proficiency in evidence-based counseling and therapy interventions, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and relapse prevention techniques.
Knowledge of addiction science, including physiological, psychological, and social aspects of addiction and the effects of substances on the body and mind.
Cultural competence and sensitivity to clients’ backgrounds and needs, including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and socioeconomic status.
Ability to recognize and address trauma’s effects on addiction and mental health through trauma-informed counseling and support.
Self-motivated, self-disciplined, diligent, and forward-thinking.
Ability to prioritize team success and define success collectively.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with others, build relationships, collaborate, resolve conflicts, and navigate social situations.
Demonstrate YBGR’s values of Faith, Integrity, Relationship, and Stewardship.
Willingness and ability to obtain First Aid/CPR and Violence Intervention Prevention certification.
Current license to operate a passenger vehicle and a clean driving record, with no major violations such as DUI or reckless driving within the last three years.
Ability to communicate accurately with clients, treatment team members, and others, and accurately understand information communicated to them.
Ability to perceive, recognize, and observe client behavior, including nonverbal cues.

Responsibilities

Conduct confidential chemical dependency assessments to determine substance use disorder according to DSM-5 and ASAM criteria.
Schedule and conduct group, individual, and family chemical dependency therapy sessions for youth in chemical dependency programming.
Maintain case records in YBGR’s Electronic Medical Records system, documenting the initiation and course of treatment promptly according to YBGR Policy 662.
Provide follow-up and aftercare planning services as needed.
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning meetings to ensure youth treatment needs are met.
Provide prevention services as applicable and as directed by the supervisory team.
Contribute to agency strategic goals and outcomes through individual, departmental, and organizational goals.
Participate in Performance Quality Improvement goals individually and as a team member.
Work constructively with other members of the organization.
Support and model YBGR’s mission and values.
Follow organizational policies, systems, safety requirements, and procedures.
Identify problems proactively and seek solutions.
Represent the organization professionally to people outside it.
Participate in monthly supervision and coaching meetings with the supervisor.
Be aware of the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the people served.
Participate in required training appropriate to the position and beneficial to YBGR.
Perform other assigned duties, including participation in the CBS on-call rotation.
Occasionally assist in the physical restraint of a youth who presents a safety risk to themselves or others.
Frequently drive a company or personal vehicle to other YBGR locations to meet with employees and stakeholders.