Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LADC)
About the role
We’re looking for a compassionate and driven LADC Counselor who is dedicated to patient-centered care and recovery. With BHG, you’ll play a critical role in serving patients throughout their recovery journey by conducting counseling sessions, developing treatment plans, and making meaningful connections with patients. If you want to make an impact on the lives of many, join us in our mission to break patients free of addiction and rebuild hope.
Behavioral Health Group (BHG) is the largest network of Joint Commission-accredited treatment centers and the leading provider of opioid addiction treatment services. We are dedicated to helping individuals overcome substance use disorders. With over 110 locations in 22 states, our team of more than 1,900 employees serves over 42,000 patients.
As a Counselor at Behavioral Health Group (BHG), you will assist patients in identifying and leveraging their strengths to achieve social, educational, and occupational goals. You will help patients prepare for and adjust to a drug-free life, providing emotional and physical support for various challenges. Reporting to the Counselor Supervisor or Program Director, you will ensure adherence to schedules, program policies, and all regulatory requirements, performing duties within the scope of your license or certification.
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular alcohol and drug abuse counseling sessions and group sessions as required.
- Orient patients to treatment program operations and procedures.
- Collect and assess social, educational, economic, and vocational information.
- Develop and revise patient treatment plans, maintaining comprehensive records.
- Make appropriate referrals and perform necessary follow-ups.
- Assist in implementing new programs and advise on caseload management.
- Provide in-service training to staff and hold a basic understanding of addiction.
- Conduct intake