Co-Occurring Disorders Counselor

About the role

Support Recovery Through Integrated Care – Join Our Co-Occurring Specialist Team Full-time, benefit eligible position. As a Co-Occurring Disorders Counselor (Internal Title: ITCD Specialist), you’ll be part of a collaborative team that focuses on treating the whole person—addressing both behavioral health and substance use through a unified, trauma‑informed approach. You’ll provide individualized support, education, and counseling to help clients move toward lasting recovery and wellness.

The Integrated Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders (ITCD) program provides specialized, person‑centered care for individuals experiencing both mental health and substance use disorders. Through a holistic, team‑based approach, the program focuses on treating the whole person—not just symptoms—by integrating behavioral health and addiction services into a unified treatment plan. This is a great opportunity for someone with a heart for recovery work, strong clinical skills, and a desire to serve individuals in rural communities with complex needs. If you’re passionate about integrated care and want to be part of a strengths‑based, mission‑driven program, this role is a strong match.

Responsibilities

• Deliver co‑occurring treatment services through individual and group counseling
• Support clients through CPRC community‑based services and outreach efforts
• Conduct assessments, treatment planning, and stage‑of‑change evaluations
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team on treatment reviews and care plans
• Provide transportation and collect/process urine drug screens as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency policies
• Participate in weekly team meetings and ongoing clinical supervision

Requirements

• High School/GED required
• Associate’s/Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in psychology, social work, rehabilitation/vocational/pastoral counseling, family therapy or closely related field preferred
• Must hold one of the following Missouri credentials: PLPC, LMSW, PLMFT, LPC, LCSW, or LMFT
• Or be a Qualified Addictions Professional (QAP) certified/registered with one of the following Missouri Credentialing Board credentials: CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, CCJP, CCDP, CCDP‑D, RADC, RADC‑P
• Minimum one (1) year of training or supervised experience in substance abuse treatment required
• If less than one (1) year of co‑occurring disorder treatment experience is held, must be actively acquiring 24 hours of co‑occurring training and receive supervision from experienced co‑occurring staff as approved by the department
• A valid driver's license and agency‑established minimum automobile coverage required
• Licensure/certification: PLPC, LMSW, PLMFT, LPC, LCSW, or LMFT in Missouri OR Qualified Addictions Professional (QAP) with Missouri Substance Use Credential

Skills

• Are passionate about integrated care and supporting clients through both mental health and substance use recovery
• Thrive in a collaborative, team‑based environment
• Can engage individuals with complex needs using empathy, respect, and evidence‑based practices
• Are comfortable working in the community and supporting clients through outreach
• Value flexibility, accountability, and compassionate care in your daily work

Benefits

Full-time, benefit eligible position.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00am‑4:30pm.