Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) Outpatient Clinic

Pay: $36–$40/hr    Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6 am–2 pm

About the role

Community Medical Services (CMS) is hiring a Licensed Addiction Counselor to walk alongside patients recovering from opioid and other substance use disorders. Through individual sessions, group counseling, and personalized treatment planning, you’ll help build a safe, steady foundation for people at the start of their recovery journey — in an outpatient setting much like a behavioral health clinic.

We’re looking for someone who

• Thrives in a consistent, outpatient schedule
• Is passionate about serving diverse communities, including clients from varied cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Wants a role that supports ongoing licensure and professional growth

What you’ll do

• Manage a caseload in compliance with regulatory standards and ratios
• Conduct individual counseling sessions and facilitate group and educational sessions
• Complete comprehensive behavioral health assessments and individualized treatment plans
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness on an ongoing basis and adjust care plans as needed
• Coordinate care with other providers and community-based services, including referrals and case management documentation
• Involve family and natural supports in treatment, per each client’s preference
• Maintain thorough, compliant client records
• Work independently, under the general supervision required by the ND Board of Addiction Counseling Examiners

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required
• Active LAC (Licensed Addiction Counselor) license required
• Candidates holding the advanced LMAC credential (Master’s + 2,000 additional supervised hours) are also encouraged to apply
• Candidates with an active LICSW license may be considered, provided LAC licensure is completed within 12 months of hire
• Behavioral health experience preferred

Benefits

• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick, vacation, and holiday time
• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• Tuition and CME reimbursement up to 100% — including support for the continuing education hours required for LAC license renewal
• Employee assistance program for mental health and wellness
• Ongoing professional development