Licensed Addiction Counselor

Department:  SUD Treatment                                            Job Status:  Full-Time                    

FLSA Status:  Exempt                                                             Reports to:  Substance Use Disorder Team Manager

Positions Supervised:  None                                               Amount of Travel Required:  Minimal 

Work Schedule:  All shifts weekend and week days available

Position Summary

The Licensed Addiction Counselor is primarily responsible for providing individual, family and group counseling to adolescents and families of Family Service & Guidance Center-SUD department.   The LAC works closely with the client, family and treatment team to identify treatment goals, objectives and discharge criteria.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Complete SUD assessments per agency procedure for referred clients.
• Provide individual, family and group SUD counseling to youth and their families.
• Meet productivity expectations of Family Service & Guidance Center.
• Develop and manage appropriate treatment and recovery plans.
• Facilitating individual and group counseling sessions.
• Participate in weekly team meetings for the purpose of case assignments, case review, individual case planning and collaboration with team members.
• Complete clinical documentation (SUD assessments, progress notes, 90-day progress reviews, Client Status Reviews (CSR) and referrals for other services, etc.) within required timeframes. Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professional, such as doctors, nurses, social workers, and probation officers in accordance with CFR 24 Part 2.
• Stay informed of agency developments, announcements and updates by reading agency e mails and memorandums or other agency related written communication.
• Respect and demonstrate ability to maintain client confidentiality in accordance with CFR 42 part 2.
• Attend required training sessions and maintain CEU’s as part of ongoing professional development and as required.
• Supports and actively promote the vision and mission of Family Service & Guidance Center.
• Other duties as assigned by the Substance Use Program Team Manager.

Education/Licensure:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in human services or related field. 
• Licensed in the state of Kansas as an Addiction Counselor (LAC) or LMAC in good standing.
• Must successfully pass the KBI, DCF, KDADS or background checks as required. 
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, a good driving record, current auto insurance and reliable transportation.   

Experience:

• Experience and passion working with youth and families.
• Knowledge and training of substance use disorders and mental health disorders preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
• Customer focused (internal and external)
• Team oriented and ability to get along with others.
• Excellent listening skills
• Accountability
• Reliability
• Trust/Integrity
• Demonstrates Adaptability/Flexibility
• Developed Time Management Skills
• Developed Organizational Skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite with ability to learn other software programs as necessary including Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Relationship building
• Problem Solving
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to be collaborative.
• Open to learning and accepting feedback.
• Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries and confidentiality.

PHYSCIAL DEMANDS

N (Not Applicable)                          Activity is not applicable to this position.

O (Occasionally)                             Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5+ hrs. /day)

F (Frequently)                                 Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5+ hrs. /day)

C (Constantly)                                 Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs. /day)

Physical Demands                                                                   Lift/Carry

Stand (F)                                                                                10 lbs. or less (O)        

Walk (F)                                                                                 11 – 20 lbs.    (O)         

Sit (F)                                                                                      21 – 50 lbs.    (O)                         

Manually Manipulate (0)                                                   51 – 100 lbs.  (N)          

Reach Outward (O)                                                             Over 100 lbs. (N)          

Reach Above Shoulder (O)        

Climb (O)                                                                               Push/Pull

Crawl (O)                                                                               12 lbs. or less (O)        

Squat or Kneel (O)                                                               26- 40 lbs.      (O)         

Bend (O)                                                                                41 – 100 lbs.  (O)         

Other Physical Requirements:

Clinicians must have sufficient ambulatory capabilities to work with children and adolescents in the office setting.  Position may require the ability to use physical holding (MAB) with children and adolescents exhibiting out of control behaviors.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office and Community-Based working environment; requires flexible schedule; frequent interruptions occur; expected to deal with individuals in crisis, potential risk of exposure to aggressive and/or acting out (verbal and physical) children and youth. May include some travel within Shawnee County.