Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LADC)

About the role

Under indirect supervision, this individual provides a range of substance use disorder counseling services to individuals, groups, and/or families as appropriate to the specific expectations of the position. This individual typically works under indirect guidance of a clinical professional within the environment of a paraprofessional staff, and new employees as required.

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
• Meet with families to identify needs for services and to make appropriate referrals
• Participate in meetings – team staffing, staff meetings and consultations
• Maintain records according to CADT policy and procedures, and licensing regulations
• Work as an active and effective member of the treatment team
• Demonstrate interest and willingness to increase skills and knowledge regarding substance use disorders and participate in activities that advance the field of substance use disorder treatment
• Maintain a professional demeanor within the agency and the community
• May participate in training sessions and workshops to enhance treatment skills
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 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
• Individuals exempt from MN Statutes chapter 148F must complete: Bachelor’s degree with a major in Social Work, Nursing, Sociology, Human Services, or Psychology; or be a registered nurse; A minimum of 120 hours of classroom instruction covering each core function; and 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: supervised by a licensed alcohol and drug counselor who documents supervision weekly; or supervised by a Clinical Supervisor approved by the Board, with documentation meeting section 148F.04, subdivision 4

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