Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC)
About The Position
At Clearfork Academy, we provide high-quality substance abuse and mental health treatment for adolescents and young adults across a full continuum of care. We are looking for a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) who is compassionate, dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to providing ethical, consistent, and professional care. This position is a great fit for someone who values structure, clear expectations, accuracy, and established clinical practices, while also enjoying the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with clients and help them make lasting changes.
Requirements
- Current Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) credential as defined by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
- 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
- Associate degree in a related field preferred
- 1–3 years of experience in mental health, substance use treatment, or a related field preferred
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
- Opportunities to develop your clinical knowledge and skills
- The opportunity to contribute ideas and improve treatment services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
