Why You’ll Love this Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor Job!
Are you passionate about helping others navigate life’s toughest challenges? As a Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor you’ll have the unique opportunity to support individuals during one of the most vulnerable—and courageous—moments in their lives.
This position reports to the Counselor Supervisor in the delivery of providing chemical health education and therapeutic interventions to assist client’s recovery relating to chemical health, which includes performing assessments, communicating with personnel throughout the organization utilizing verbal, written and electronic media to ensure accurate client care and efficient revenue collection.
$5,000 Signing Bonus!
Pay : $60,000 - $75,000 Annually
Shift : Full Time / on site position
Why EOSIS?
- Time Off : 20 days of paid-time-off + 6 paid holidays
- Insurance : Health, dental, and vision insurance + HSA / FSA
- Education : Tuition reimbursement and discounted tuition at select colleges
- Future Planning : 401(k) – ROTH and traditional options
- Career Path Opportunities
- Discount with Verizon Cell Phone Plans
Each day, you’ll help rebuild lives by making a real impact on people recovering from addiction and mental health challenges. With approachable leaders who listen, support, and encourage growth, you’ll experience what it means to be rising together in your career. A strong culture of care, where team members look out for one another and stand together through challenges, keeps you rooted in teamwork as you do meaningful, life-changing work.
Ready to help clients build healthy routines and find their path to lasting recovery? Join EOSIS EOSIS Bridge as a full-time Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor in Sauk Rapids, MN and be a steady source of support and guidance. Apply today and make a difference where it matters most!
Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Skilled in performing the 12 core functions :
ScreeningIntakeOrientationAssessmentTreatment planningGroup and individual counselingCase managementCrisis interventionClient educationReferralReports and recordkeepingConsultations with other professionals regarding client treatment and servicesKnowledge of Minnesota Matrix Six DimensionAwareness of cultural diversity and demonstration of sensitivity to various cultural norms and values.Assists clients in maintaining county or 3rd party payer mechanisms and for communicating clinical criteria to payers for appropriate services.Obtain authorization for funding.Maintain professional license.Will not admit, transfer, or discharge clients, but may be directed to follow through with the process of implementation of the above by the director or designee.Attend all staff in services and meetings.Required Skills
Required :
The individual must have current Minnesota State Licensure as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor meeting all requirements of Minnesota Statue 148F. Revised : February 2025Minimum 1 year experience in a chemical dependency facility or related and 2-3 years related experience required, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.Must know and understand all rules, regulations, and requirements of the assigned program.A minimum of two-year freedom from chemical abuse problems.Must document 12 hours of training in co-occurring mental health problems and chemical abuse of dependency that includes competencies related to philosophy, screening, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning, documentation, programming, medication, collaboration, mental health consultation, discharge planning.On-going training on of cultural awareness and demonstration of sensitivity to various cultural norms and values.Computer literateStrong verbal skills and ability to communicate abstract concepts in a simple format
Ability to communicate with a variety of people from diverse cultures, socioeconomic and educational backgrounds. Flexibility to meet a variety of changing prioritiesPhysical Requirement
Extended periods of sitting, 80% of timeOccasionally reaching for and lifting client charts, 5 lbs, 10% of timeHeavy Data Entry on computer, 25% of timeFrequent handling of paperwork, binders, writingEOSIS (formerly Meridian Behavioral Health) is a leader in behavioral health care and addiction recovery services, with a network of addiction treatment centers in Minnesota.