Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide substance use disorder counseling services as defined in the 12 Core Functions as stated in Minnesota Statutes Chapter 148F:CORE FUNCTIONS – screening; intake; orientation; assessment; treatment planning; counseling (group, individual and family); case management; crisis intervention; client education; referral; reports; recordkeeping; and consultation with other professionals regarding client treatment and services
• Follow and support CADT’s philosophy, policies, procedures, and job responsibilities
• Develop and maintain appropriate professional relationships with referral sources and community agencies
• Diagnose substance use disorders
• Maintain records according to CADT policy and procedures, and licensing regulations
• Work as an active and effective member of the treatment team
• Maintain a professional demeanor within the agency and the community
• May participate in training sessions and workshops to enhance treatment skills

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. (LADC) Or have a temporary permit. (ADC-T) Or be exempt from licensure under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 148F
• Must document competence in screening for and working with mental health problems through a 12-hour education program and experience
• Must be CPR and First Aid certified or obtain it before direct patient contact
• Must pass background studies issued by the Minnesota Department of Human Services
• Individual exempt from MN Statutes chapter 148F must complete the following: Bachelor’s degree with a major in Social Work, Nursing, Sociology, Human Services, or Psychology; or must be a registered nurse; A minimum of 120 hours of classroom instruction in which each of the core functions as listed in 148F are covered; and Must complete 440 hours of supervised experience as an alcohol and drug counselor, either as a student or staff member
• Individuals with a temporary permit from the Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy may provide chemical dependency treatment service if they meet either of the requirements below: The individual with a temporary permit must be supervised by a licensed alcohol and drug counselor assigned by the license holder. The supervising licensed alcohol and drug counselor must document the amount and type of supervision provided at least on weekly basis. The supervision must relate to clinical practice The individual with a temporary permit must be supervised by a Clinical Supervisor approved by the Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy. The supervision must be documented and meet the requirements of section 148F.04, subdivision 4

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly Pay: $24-$32 per hour
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage with 80% employer contribution toward the lowest-cost Gold Plans
• Dental & Vision Insurance: Coverage options available for both dental and vision care
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous paid time off to support work-life balance
• Paid Holidays: 10 paid holidays each year
• Development Time: Dedicated paid time for professional development and continuing education
• Retail Plans: 401(k) & Roth IRA: 4% employer base contribution, plus an additional 4% employer match
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid life insurance for peace of mind
• Disability Insurance: Short-Term Disability: 100% employer coverage for short-term disabilities Long-Term Disability: 100% employer coverage for long-term disabilities
• Accidental & Critical Illness Insurance: Additional coverage to help in the event of unexpected accidents or illnesses
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for eligible plans to help you save for medical expenses with tax advantages
• Paid Continuing Education (CEU) Training: Paid time and funding for continuing education to maintain your licensure and skills
• Tuition Assistance: Financial support for higher education through our tuition assistance programs
• Tuition Forgiveness: Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and Minnesota State Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for personal and family matters
• Bereavement, Jury Duty, and Military Leave: Time off for medical or family reasons in accordance with state and federal laws
• Additional Leave Benefits: Paid leave for Bereavement, Jury Duty, and Military Leave

Vision & Mission

• VISION: The Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment’s vision is a community in which people’s potential and quality of life are not limited by addiction and its consequences.
• MISSION: The Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment’s mission is to improve personal, family and community health through addiction prevention, treatment and recovery services.

Contact Information

• Visit our Website: cadt.org
• Find us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cadt-mn/
• Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/cadt_duluth/

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment will consider all applicants regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, or status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.