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Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor I - Psychology
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What they do
A Substance Abuse Counselor counsels people struggling with addictions to alcohol, drugs or other substances. Assists clients in dealing with personal and professional problems related to substance abuse. Collaborates with other health care and mental health care professionals to coordinate services for clients, and works with families of substance abusers. May work in a clinic, health care facility or community based program, or work with clients referred through the criminal justice system.
$28,513 / year median in Minnesota
+20% projected growth
Job Description
- to take care of you and your family, now and in the future.
Benefits Highlights Medical:
Multiple plan options.Dental:
Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.Vision:
Affordable plan with national network.Pre-Tax Savings:
HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.Retirement:
Competitive retirement package to secure your future. Responsibilities Provides professional counseling services to assigned patients and family members.- This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship / we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position.
- Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording.
Additional Qualifications:
Treatment philosophy consistent with Fountain Centers philosophy preferred. Knowledge of chemical dependency and 12 Step recovery philosophies. 1 to 3 years experience providing counseling services to patients preferred.Licensure or Certifications:
Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) or Licensed Social Worker (LSW) with current licensure with Minnesota Board of Social Work with additional alcohol and drug related state requirements. Current driver's license. Must be able to complete and pass BLS and First aid training within 90 days of hire. Positions that are not on campus may not require Basic Life Support (BLS) or First Aid Training competencies as determined by the work area. Exemption Status Nonexempt Compensation Detail $27.24- $40.62 / hour. Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. Benefits Eligible Yes Schedule Full Time Hours/Pay Period 80 Schedule Details Monday
- Friday; shifts of 7:30 am
- 4:30 pm or 8:00 am
- 5:00 pm.