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LADC/ADCT Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor- Shakopee, MN

NorthStar Regional

Shakopee, MNFull-time$65–75K/yrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$65–75K/yr
Location
Shakopee, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

LADC LicenseADCT License

Job overview

NorthStar Regional is hiring a LADC/ADCT Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor- Shakopee, MN. NorthStar Regional is seeking a full‑time Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor in Shakopee, MN to deliver treatment services, manage case documentation, and provide individual and group counseling for clients with substance use and mental health issues, while ensuring compliance with Minnesota DHS regulations.

Key focus areas include Evaluate and modify program design to meet licensure requirements and client needs, Provide case management and file documentation, including assessments and individualized treatment plans, and Facilitate and participate in group therapy sessions addressing addiction and recovery.

Successful candidates bring 1 Year Addiction Counseling Experience, LADC License, and ADCT License. Important skills include Accurate Documentation, Professional Documentation, Timely Documentation, Culturally Relevant Services, Complying With Federal Confidentiality Statutes, and Complying With State Confidentiality Statutes. Preferred (not required): Evaluate Program Design, Modify Program Design, Case Management, and File Documentation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Evaluate Program DesignModify Program DesignCase ManagementFile DocumentationAssessment of Chemical UseAssessment of Mental Health ProblemsCreating Individualized Treatment PlansMonitoring Individualized Treatment PlansGroup TherapyIndividual CounselingFacilitate GroupsCulturally Sensitive ServicesComply With Federal Confidentiality StatutesComply With State Confidentiality StatutesUpholding Ethical StandardsAI-Supported ToolsAccurate DocumentationProfessional DocumentationTimely DocumentationCulturally Relevant ServicesComplying With Federal Confidentiality StatutesComplying With State Confidentiality StatutesComplying With DHS RulesStreamline Clinical NotesReduce Administrative TimeFocus on Clients

Qualifications

MN DHS Background Check1 Year Addiction Counseling ExperienceLADC LicenseADCT License

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

LADC/ADCT Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor
- Shakopee, MN

Full Time

Shakopee, MN

Posted 5 months ago

NorthStar Regional – Shakopee, MN


$65,000 – $75,000 a year



This role is a continuously posted position.

LADC – Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor–Residential

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LADC Job description:
We are looking for full-time Alcohol and Drug Counselors (LADC) at NorthStar Regional. The counselor plays an important role in the delivery of treatment services to the clients and is responsible for ensuring that all clients receive services mandated by the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS). In addition, counselors provide essential services to support achievement of effective personal development by working with clients individually or in group settings to identify and resolve issues including substance use, mental health, personal and/or emotional problems and family issues.


  • In cooperation with the Program Director, evaluate and modify program design for the purpose of meeting licensure requirements and needs of clients.


  • Provide case management/file documentation for individual caseload, noting all treatment related activities and services in an accurate, professional, and timely manner including assessment of chemical use and mental health problems, creating and monitoring individualized treatment plans, provide group therapy and individual counseling services to individuals with co-occurring chemical abuse and mental health problems.


  • Facilitate/participate groups regarding the disease of addiction and the recovery process consistent with maintaining good mental health.


  • Provide culturally sensitive and relevant services to diverse clients and their families.
5) Responsible for complying with federal and state confidentiality statutes, upholding ethical standards established and implied by the profession, and the DHS rules, and be limited in authority to that set by the Program Director.


This is an in-person position and requires all shifts scheduled to be worked.


Job Type:Full-time
LADC

Salary:$65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year


Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor

LADC Benefits:

  • 401(k)

  • 401(k) matching

  • Dental insurance

  • Employee assistance program

  • Flexible spending account

  • Health insurance

  • Health savings account

  • Life insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Referral program

  • Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

  • Addiction Medicine

LADC Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

  • 8 hour shift

  • Minimal overtime

LADC ability to commute/relocate:

  • Shakopee, Minnesota

Application Question(s):

  • Are you able to clear an MN DHS background check?

Experience:

  • Addiction counseling: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

  • LADC License

  • ADCT License

Work Location: In person Shakopee

Mission, Vision, Values  


Embrace NorthStar Regionals Mission to rebuild lives and restore every client to their best self, by providing quality, individualized, comprehensive treatment to those experiencing problems with alcohol, drugs, and mental health issues.    


Actively contribute to NorthStar Regionals vision of helping clients experience freedom from addiction and providing life-changing mental health support.  


Uphold a culture rooted in our core values of respect, accountability, integrity, spirituality, and excellence, fostering an environment where these principles are not only adhered to but also promoted and integrated into daily operations, interactions, and decision-making processes.


Job Type:Full-time


Pay:$65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year


Work Location:In person

Job Features

Job CategoryLADC

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