Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor Supervisor (LADC)

Northstar Behavioral Health Network•Maplewood, MN

4d•$69,000 - $73,000

About The Position

Northstar Behavioral Health Network provides care for people experiencing substance use disorders, particularly Opioid Use Disorder and Stimulant Use Disorder, as well as Intensive Residential Treatment Services. The Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor Supervisor provides counseling, case management, crisis intervention, assessment, treatment planning, and related services while supervising clinicians and interns. The role also supports program operations, staff collaboration, client safety and wellbeing, and compliance with applicable statutes, licensing standards, contracts, and organizational policies. The supervisor coordinates care with outside providers and referral sources, supports client admissions and discharges, responds to conflicts and grievances, and maintains accurate client documentation. The position participates in staff and supervision meetings, may work rotational or off-shift schedules including holiday rotations, and may work additional hours as needed.

Requirements

Must be licensed by the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
Must be designated by the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor Supervisor.
Must understand the implications of 245G, sections 245A.65, 626.557, and 626.5572, and Chapter 260E.
Bachelor’s degree.
At least 3 years providing chemical dependency counseling.
CPR certification, or ability to attain it within 30 days.
At least two years of freedom from chemical use problems.
Must pass a State of Minnesota background check.
Current Minnesota driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to use Microsoft Office programs and other computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a human service field.
Specialty training such as DBT-SUD, CBT, or MI.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group counseling, case management, and crisis intervention addressing treatment-plan goals.
Document services and client information in client files, communications logs, and other required forms in accordance with organizational policies and governing standards.
Develop comprehensive, individualized treatment plans and complete and document assessments.
Maintain knowledge of applicable Minnesota statutes, 245G requirements, licensing standards, contracts, program policies, client rights, confidentiality, and house operations.
Participate in weekly staff meetings and supervision meetings.
Conduct weekly individual supervision meetings with clinicians and interns.
Address employee problems, performance, or behavior through disciplinary action, including verbal or written action and performance improvement plans.
Coordinate care with outside providers, courts, the Department of Corrections, and other referral sources, and provide appropriate information as requested.
Complete discharge duties in accordance with contracts, licensing standards, and organizational policies.
Maintain knowledge of co-occurring disorder competencies through continuing education and apply those skills in treatment.
Monitor site and client activities, plan work around programming requirements, set priorities for client monitoring and house rounds, and complete documentation and other assignments.
Be available to clients in a friendly, respectful, and dignified manner to answer questions and provide assistance.
Complete intake and admission procedures and orient new clients and coworkers.
Encourage clients to pursue their goals and serve as a positive role model and resource for community services and opportunities.
Respond to client conflicts and grievances and clinician disciplinary issues.
Problem-solve using sound judgment, objective documentation, diplomacy, ownership, and willingness to seek assistance when needed.
Collaborate with coworkers and the director, respond constructively to feedback, and contribute to a positive, respectful team environment and the program mission.
Complete clerical work such as faxing, copying, preparing and stocking materials, typing Word documents, and updating Excel spreadsheets.
Support staff and the director in making decisions, maintain appropriate boundaries, and keep coworkers informed of relevant developments.
Launder agency linens and miscellaneous items as needed.
Adhere to attendance and absence policies, report punctually for work and shift-change reports, participate in rotational and/or off-shift schedules including holiday rotations as applicable, and work additional hours or off-shift as needed.
Complete other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.