Description:

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Status:

Full-Time, Exempt Reports To:

Project Director Position Summary The Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) provides mental health and substance use counseling services to individuals living with an opioid use disorder (OUD). The LPC delivers evidence-based, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented clinical interventions to address behavioral health needs, improve functioning, and support recovery goals. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive assessments of mental health, substance use, and behavioral health needs for referred individuals living with an OUD. Provide individual, family, and group counseling services utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches and professional counseling standards. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on participant needs, strengths, goals, and preferences. Provide counseling interventions addressing mental health conditions, substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, and recovery needs. Collaborate with medical providers, case managers, peer support specialists, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care. Perform other duties as assigned to support successful program implementation.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in counseling. Current Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) license in the State of Texas in good standing required. Experience providing counseling services to individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of evidence-based counseling practices, substance use treatment approaches, crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, and behavioral health recovery models. Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and maintain professional and ethical standards. Working Conditions Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evening hours based on participant availability. Work is performed in office.