Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC)

Clearfork Academy LP • Cleburne, TX

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Clearfork Academy is seeking a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) to provide high-quality substance abuse and mental health treatment for adolescents and young adults. The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to ethical, consistent, and professional care. This role is suited for individuals who value structure, clear expectations, accuracy, and established clinical practices, while also enjoying building meaningful relationships with clients and facilitating lasting change.

Requirements

• Current Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) credential as defined by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS).
• Associate degree in a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in mental health, substance use treatment, or a related field preferred.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.
• Knowledge of substance use disorders, addiction, recovery, and relapse prevention.
• Understanding of behavioral health treatment and evidence-based interventions.
• Knowledge of social learning theory and behavior management principles.
• Understanding of adolescent and young adult development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision after appropriate training.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and standard computer systems.
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful or potentially volatile situations.
• Strong commitment to ethics, professionalism, diversity, and continuing education.

Nice To Haves

• Dependable, punctual, and conscientious.
• Appreciates clear policies, procedures, expectations, and structure.
• Takes pride in accurate documentation and thorough follow-through.
• Comfortable working within established clinical and regulatory guidelines.
• Pays attention to details and routinely double-checks work.
• Communicates in a professional, factual, and respectful manner.
• Builds strong relationships with clients while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Can remain calm and composed when working with challenging situations or multiple stressors.
• Comfortable working independently once trained and familiar with the role.
• Knows when to seek guidance when faced with unfamiliar or high-risk situations.
• Prefers thoughtful, consistent decision-making rather than reacting impulsively.
• Open to learning new approaches and finding ways to improve established processes.
• Understands the importance of consistency, accountability, and ethical care.
• Has a genuine desire to help adolescents and young adults build a healthier future.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling for clients with substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Provide professional and ethical addiction and mental health services within the scope of your LCDC license.
• Facilitate psychoeducational, process, and recovery-focused groups.
• Lead recovery groups incorporating concepts from AA, NA, and CR.
• Provide education on substance use, recovery, relapse prevention, and healthy decision-making.
• Conduct assessments, consultations, and appropriate crisis interventions.
• Follow Clearfork Academy's clinical programming, including The Clearfork Way.
• Participate in weekly treatment team meetings and collaborate with medical, administrative, billing, and recovery staff.
• Maintain accurate, objective, and timely documentation in the EHR.
• Complete progress notes, case notes, treatment documentation, discharge reports, and other required clinical records.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with applicable state and federal regulations.
• Participate in alumni events, graduation ceremonies, and experiential activities as needed.
• Present ideas for improving behavioral health services and clinical protocols.
• Stay current on substance use treatment practices, regulations, and evidence-based interventions.
• Complete required agency training and continuing education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Meaningful work helping adolescents and young adults overcome substance use challenges.
• A structured, professional clinical environment.
• Opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Clear expectations, established clinical processes, and supportive leadership.
• Opportunities to develop clinical knowledge and skills.
• The opportunity to contribute ideas and improve treatment services.
• A mission-driven organization focused on helping young people create a healthier future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree