Licensed IOP Counselor

BHG Careers • Woodbury, MN

19h

About The Position

Behavioral Health Group (BHG) is seeking a Licensed IOP Counselor to support its Intensive Outpatient Program. The counselor serves as a program ambassador, collaborates with clinical and support teams, builds awareness with referral partners and community organizations, and helps improve program processes and effectiveness. The role includes admissions and eligibility reviews using ASAM criteria at Level 2.1; patient orientation, intake, readmission, and transitional counseling; evidence-based counseling, case management, and crisis support; and delivery of program curricula such as the Matrix Model, Seeking Safety, and CBT. The counselor also develops assessments, treatment plans, tailored interventions, and compliant patient documentation, and works with billing and care teams to support engagement and continuity of care.

The counselor is expected to uphold federal, state, local, organizational, and accrediting requirements; maintain confidentiality; participate in outreach, training, and professional development; and contribute to an inclusive and collaborative workplace. The position is in a standard medical office environment and may involve exposure to patients with mental health conditions, infectious diseases, or criminal justice involvement. Pay is $32.00–$36.00 per hour, plus a bonus structure.

Requirements

• Hold one of the following credentials: LPC, LADAC I, LADAC II, LCSW, or LMSW.
• If not fully licensed, be enrolled in or willing to begin a formal course of study toward licensure by the date of hire.
• Knowledge of substance use disorders, treatment planning, and social services.
• Demonstrated ability to support the rehabilitation of drug-dependent patients.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure and work independently.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to respond quickly in challenging or crisis situations.
• High integrity, efficiency, and self-motivation.
• Outreach experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Outreach experience.

Responsibilities

• Represent the IOP program and its mission and values internally and externally.
• Collaborate with clinical teams, case managers, and support staff to ensure smooth program operations.
• Engage referral partners, community organizations, and healthcare providers to build program awareness.
• Support program growth, including new processes, program design, and implementation, and provide leadership with input on visibility and effectiveness.
• Conduct admissions using ASAM criteria for ASAM Level 2.1 and review admission and periodic assessments for program eligibility.
• Meet with prospective patients, explain program requirements, and use motivational strategies to encourage engagement.
• Develop assessments and treatment plans with leadership that meet regulatory, billing, and prior authorization standards.
• Communicate with billing and revenue cycle management teams about patient attendance.
• Provide evidence-based counseling, targeted case management, and crisis support.
• Deliver the Matrix Model, Seeking Safety, and CBT curriculum for at least three hours per day, four days per week.
• Conduct supportive individual counseling sessions and develop tailored interventions to address patient needs.
• Promote patient engagement through outreach and collaboration with care teams.
• Assist patients in identifying and seeking treatment for underlying health conditions.
• Provide program orientation, intake, readmission support, and transitional counseling until assignment to a primary counselor.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and compliant patient documentation and protect confidentiality.
• Follow federal, state, local, organizational, and accrediting requirements.
• Participate in public relations and community outreach activities to strengthen referral pipelines.
• Achieve assigned annual goals and objectives and foster positive, collaborative workplace relationships.
• Participate in required in-service training and provide in-service training as needed.
• Attend conferences, meetings, and other professional development opportunities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, holidays, and personal needs time.
• Flexible schedules with early-in/early-out hours, no nights, and no Sundays.
• Role-based training and advancement opportunities.
• Choice of three benefits programs, including health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401K plan with discretionary match.
• Quarterly bonuses and incentives for certifications or licenses.
• Exclusive discounts on services and entertainment.
• Employee Assistance Program and self-care series.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed