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Mayo Clinic

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

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Job Description

Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans
  • to take care of you and your family, now and in the future.
And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
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.
During the selection process, you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question
  • Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording.
The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps. Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited school or educational program required. Preferred Bachelor's degree in Alcohol and Drug Studies or related field; or Master's degree in counseling-related field. Counselors must meet training, experience, and continuing education requirements necessary for the patient population for which services are provided. Counselors providing adolescent services and family counselors must meet training requirements or training will be provided.
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.
Weekend Schedule Rotating Saturday half days (one every 9-12 weeks approximately). International Assignment No Site Description Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Recruiter Oneida Her