MISSION STATEMENT: 

Partners Behavioral Healthcare finds and restores individuals struggling with substance use and mental health disorders. We provide behavioral health services for justice-involved individuals that need to break free from addiction and criminal thinking, manage mental health, and take control of their lives amidst the complexities of the justice system. Partners Behavioral Healthcare provides compassionate, individualized programs and a community invested in helping clients achieve long-term, lasting recovery giving them the opportunity for reconciliation with self and others, hope in a better life, and a purpose to explore and achieve. 

Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC/ADC-T)

Reports To: SUD Program Manager

FLSA Classification: Exempt, Salaried

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Pay Grade: $60,000 - $73,000 annually

JOB SUMMARY:  

Partners Behavioral Healthcare is seeking an Alcohol and Drug Counselor to assist individuals in our outpatient program in Waite Park. The Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC/ ADC-T) plays a key role in the delivery of treatment services to the clients and is responsible for ensuring that all clients receive services as mandated by the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS). They provide services to support the achievement of effective personal development working with clients individually and in group settings to identify and resolve issues including substance use, mental health, personal and/or emotional and family issues. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC/ ADC-T) is responsible for providing education, counseling, and treatment to clients within the Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient programs according to the requirements mandated by the MN Department of Human Services (DHS) and 245G. They are expected to deliver and properly document the provision of treatment services including the Initial Service Plan, Comprehensive Assessment, Individual Treatment Plan, Treatment Plan Reviews, Progress Notes, Summary at Termination of Services, Continuing Care Plan, and the overall maintenance of client records. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

• Under the direction of the Treatment Director and Program Manager, deliver services meeting licensure requirements and individual client needs. 

• Upon service initiation, ensure that each client has an initial service plan which addresses the client’s immediate health, safety, and preliminary service needs. 

• Complete a comprehensive assessment and an assessment summary of the client's substance use problems utilizing the ASAM Six Dimensions prior to service initiation. 

• Generate an Individual Treatment Plan after the comprehensive assessment, which is subject to amendment until client services are terminated. The Individual Treatment Plan must include treatment goals, objectives and interventions used to address identified problems, resources to which the client is being referred, and client goals. 

• Accurate and timely documentation of client treatment notes, referencing the individual treatment plan for assigned caseload, to include assessment of substance use and mental health issues. 

• Provide individual and group counseling, client education and behavioral modification strategies to prevent inappropriate substance use, continued criminal behaviors, and/or health problems. 

• Facilitate and lead psycho-educational and therapeutic groups, addressing substance use disorders, criminogenic behaviors, and mental health issues as an integral part of the recovery process. 

• Conduct an average of 28 hours of direct client services on a weekly basis, which includes a combination of group and individual sessions.

• Participate in the weekly treatment team meetings to review and update client progress notes. 

• Initiate and maintain ongoing communication with client referral sources, probation, and social service agencies. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

• Independent worker and self-starter. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Ability to communicate effectively, respectfully and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.  

• Prepared screening for and working with clients with criminal justice involvement and mental health problems, through education, training, and experience. 

• Ability to analyze and solve problems effectively and in a timely manner. 

• Knowledge and understanding of implications of 245G. 

• In-depth knowledge of industry best practices. 

• Understanding of industry-specific policies, such as the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) regulations for health care. 

• Knowledge and understanding of all company processes as it pertains to the 12 Core Functions. 

• Competence in facilitating individual and group counseling including crisis intervention and educational lectures. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• 18 years of age or older. 
• Must be a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) or ADC-T in the state of Minnesota.
• Must reside in Minnesota with the ability to work onsite in Waite Park.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working with alcohol and/or drug addicted individuals and/or substance abuse counseling. 
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience providing Outpatient Treatment and/or Intensive Outpatient services. 
• Must have 12 hours of training in co-occurring mental health problems or obtain training within 6 months of hire. 
• 5 years of compliance with MN Statutes 604.20, 604.205 sexual exploitation. 
• Successfully complete MN Department of Human Services background study. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Master's degree in related field. 

• Experience with Procentive. 

• Additional Licenses: LPC, LPCC, LICSW, LP. 

CONTINUED EDUCATION AND TRAINING: 

• Complete continuing education courses in current treatment concepts and methods as required by the State of Minnesota to maintain active LADC licensure status. 
• Attend all mandatory in-house training and staff meetings. 

WHAT WE OFFER:

Partners Behavioral Healthcare provides free clinical supervision for qualifying trainees and staff, and Clinician AI for charting support. All of our locations have complimentary off-street parking and ongoing professional development, including structured training for SUD groups.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, career growth, and work-life balance. You’ll receive robust health coverage choices—with medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Our retirement plan includes a 401k with Roth and pre-tax deferral options with up to a 3.5% employer match. We value your time with generous paid time off, six company holidays and your birthday off.

Loan Forgiveness Available!

Partners Behavioral Healthcare offers services in health professional shortage areas, making them eligible sites for Minnesota's Health Professional Loan Forgiveness Programs.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. 

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position. 

Partners Behavioral Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.