Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)

Northstar Behavioral Health Network•Fergus Falls, MN

About The Position

Northstar Behavioral Health Network specializes in serving people with substance use disorders, particularly Opioid Use Disorder and Stimulant Use Disorder, and people needing Intensive Residential Treatment Services. The Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor provides individual and group therapy, case management, and crisis intervention in support of each client’s treatment-plan goals. The counselor assesses clients, develops individualized treatment plans, documents services and case activity according to organizational policies and governing standards, and coordinates with referral sources and outside agencies. The role also includes participation in case staffing and supervision, discharge-related duties, and ongoing application of competencies for treating co-occurring disorders.

Requirements

Valid LADC or ADC-T licensure in the state of Minnesota.
At least 1 year of addiction counseling experience.
Comprehensive understanding of Minnesota statutes related to providing services for the population served by NBHN.
CPR/First Aid certification, or ability to attain it within 30 days of employment.
Ability to pass a background check.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite programs.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the Medication for Opioid Use Disorder model.
Specialty training such as DBT-SUD, CBT, or MI.
Familiarity with Procentive electronic health record system.

Responsibilities

Provide individual therapy, group therapy, case management, and crisis intervention addressing goals established in treatment plans.
Document services in weekly, individual, and/or information notes according to NBH policies and procedures and governing-body standards.
Document case activity notes and important information.
Develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual client needs and consistent with NBH policies and procedures and governing-body standards.
Complete and document assessments according to NBH policies and procedures and governing-body standards.
Participate in weekly case staffing and supervision meetings.
Provide progress reports to courts, the Department of Corrections, and other referral sources as requested.
Work cooperatively with outside agencies.
Perform discharge duties in accordance with contracts, licensure standards, and NBH policies and procedures.
Maintain knowledge of core competencies for working with co-occurring disorders through continuing education and apply those skills in treatment.
Complete other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.