License Addiction Counselor

License Addiction Counselor (LAC)

• Provide chemical dependency of client and treatment recommendations within scope of practice.
• Provide individual and group counseling to clients that is evidence-based for their substance use disorder diagnosis and/or issues that fall within the scope of the counselor’s practice.
• Provide clinical consultation for CBPRS and CM staff regarding substance use disorder issues.
• Required to be in the process of pursuing state licensure as an LAC including clinical supervision.

$21 - $25 hourly

• Compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• High level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Proactive and anticipates needs.
• Exhibit sound and accurate judgment.
• Passionate about your work and positive attitude.
• Takes personal responsibility for own actions, keeping commitments and asking for/offering help when needed.
• If clinical supervision is provided by a supervisor not associated with the agency, the LAC-in-training must still attend weekly on-site supervision sessions. 
• Must apply for and be accepted as an “Addiction Counseling Licensure Credential” Candidate through the Board of Behavioral Health and hold a current and active “ACLC” credential. 
• Demonstrates professional appearance and hygiene in accordance with established workplace culture.

Education:

• A Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Counseling or other recognized degree and courses required to obtain LAC credential candidacy status. 

Experience:

• One (1) year experience as a Case Manager, or other position, working with the SDMI population and/or SUD population preferred.

Leading the Way in Optimal Mind and Body Wellness by Empowering People.

Winds of Change Mental Health Center was founded in 2006 with just two employees. Today, we have more than 70 on our staff and are pleased to be offering our recovery services to nearly 450 people in the Missoula area through Therapy, Case Management, Substance Use Treatment, community-based Psychiatric Rehab, and support, Wellness Program with personal wellness coaches, Recovery Groups, and Adult Group Home Living.