Position Name : Substance Abuse Counselor
Location : Rochester, MN or St. Cloud, MN
Setting : Substance Abuse Treatment Center
Pay : $26.87-$38 (depending on education and experience) + Sign-On Bonus : $5,000 + Relocation Assistance
Shift : Monday-Friday 5am-2pm | Rotating Saturdays 5 : 30am-9 : 30am
Qualifications : Required :
- Holds or is eligible for one of the following certifications / licenses : ADC-T, LPC, LADC, LSW, LPCC, or LMFT.
- If hold LPC, no degree required initially; if hired, must be obtained within 5 years. If you dont hold LPC certification but have ADC-T, LADC, LSW, LPCC, or LMFT, must have baccalaureate degree in Social Work, Nursing, Sociology, Human Services, Psychology, or hold an RN License.
- Knowledge of Harm Reduction and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) programs.
- New Grads and New Counselors are welcome to apply!
Preferred :
Bachelors Degree (or obtained within 5 years) or Masters Degree.Experience in the substance abuse field preferred but not required. Open to candidates with a passion for helping people.Job Summary :
Provide individual, group, and family counseling to patients undergoing medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD).Complete all intake, admission, discharge, and transfer documentation accurately and on time.Develop individualized treatment plans and psychosocial assessments in accordance with program guidelines.Document patient progress and maintain clinical records in compliance with federal and state regulations.Identify and address clinical or case management needs to support patients recovery goals.Educate patients on treatment protocols, recovery steps, and related health issues.Ensure compliance with 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and other applicable confidentiality regulations.Monitor patient behavior and activities while on center premises to ensure safety and compliance.Participate in audits, inspections, and accreditation preparation (e.g., CARF, DEA, State Board).Actively contribute to staff meetings, community relations efforts, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives.Benefits :
Benefits start Day 1!Medical, Dental, VisionHSA and FSATeledoc / TelehealthPTO (3 weeks)Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) + Employer Match 6%Relocation Assistance and Sign-On Bonus for Rochester, MN location ($5,000)Life, AD&D, Short and Long Term, BereavementDisability, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical IllnessPet Insurance, Identity TheftTravel Assistance and Vacation Purchase ProgramTuition Assistance ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP) for St. Cloud, MN location