Substance Abuse Counselor (LADC)

About the role

New Season offers exciting benefits and is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to join their team. With over 30 years of experience, New Season specializes in providing outpatient treatment centers for individuals with Opioid Use Disorder.

Responsibilities

• Engage with patients through individual, group, and family counseling
• Work with a collaborative treatment team including Medical Director, Program Director, Treatment Services Coordinator, Counselors, and Nurses
• Identify and meet the clinical needs of the patient and assist in their overall well-being
• Complete intakes, admissions, discharges, and transfer paperwork
• Document patient progress through counseling and interaction through groups
• Create and update individual and group treatment plans
• Provide educational sessions on treatment, health issues, and recovery steps
• Review and document urine drug screens and patient identification
• Avoid acting against the best interests of the program and company

Requirements

• Active MN LADC or LPC license
• Experience in substance abuse field preferred, but not required

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in substance abuse counseling

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to build rapport with clients
• Knowledge of substance abuse disorders
• Proficiency in counseling techniques

Benefits

• Early morning hours
• Competitive pay
• Generous paid time off
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Up to 3% match on 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Up to $2,000 referral bonus

Pay

Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience

Schedule

Early morning hours to promote work-life balance