Current licensure as an Addiction Counselor in North Dakota.
Proven experience in addiction counseling and treatment planning.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to evaluate treatment needs.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients.
Coordinate with healthcare providers and insurers to facilitate communication.
Monitor patient adherence and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Facilitate educational sessions and group counseling on addiction.
Maintain accurate documentation of patient assessments and progress.
Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
Relocation assistance available.
Full Job Description
**POSITION is in Minot, ND**
Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC)
The LAC will be instrumental in implementing and managing comprehensive addiction treatment programs, aligning services with our organization's mission and adhering to all regulatory standards.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, documenting substance use history and evaluating physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual impacts to inform treatment recommendations.
Develop and effectively implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.
Coordinate with healthcare providers and insurance companies, facilitating clear communication of observations, treatment recommendations, and patient progress evaluations.
Regularly monitor patient adherence to treatment plans, assessing goal achievement and making necessary adjustments.
Facilitate educational sessions and group counseling focused on addiction and recovery.
Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely documentation of assessments, evaluations, and therapeutic notes.
Obtain necessary releases of information, ensuring compliance with federal confidentiality regulations (42 CFR) when communicating with clients, families, guardians, and healthcare providers.
Regularly evaluate program effectiveness against established goals and implement improvements as necessary.
Participate actively in daily clinical team meetings to collaboratively evaluate and track residents' treatment progress.
Fulfill on-call responsibilities as required by the role.
Qualifications:
Current licensure as an Addiction Counselor in the state.
Proven experience in addiction counseling and treatment planning.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive salary of $95,000 per year
Comprehensive benefits package
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Relocation assistance available
Join our compassionate and dedicated team committed to changing lives and supporting lasting recovery.
