Outpatient Alcohol & Drug Counselor - Hybrid, Casual

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Now Hiring: Outpatient Alcohol & Drug Counselor

Hybrid Position | Work On-Site and Remotely! - Must Reside in Minnesota | Casual Hours, work when you're available! | Day-Shift
$60,000–$75,000/year (based on experience)

Looking for meaningful work in a peaceful, supportive setting?

At Recovering Hope Treatment Center (RHTC) , we offer more than a job — we offer a chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of individuals and families recovering from substance use disorders.

• Complete Comprehensive Assessment and Comprehensive Assessment Survey.

• Complete GAIN-SS with all clients upon admission.

• Complete Initial Services Plan with all clients.

• Contact referents (if an appropriate consent for release of information is in place) within the first three days of admission and weekly thereafter, to provide progress updates and consultation regarding continuing care planning.

• Assess clients for potential vulnerabilities using criteria stipulated in the Program Abuse Prevention Plan. If appropriate, develop, review and update Individual Abuse Prevention Plans as needed.

• Develop comprehensive individualized treatment plans with specific and measurable goals, objectives and interventions for each client within five sessions.

• Update and revise treatment plans with client in accordance to the timeline outlined in 245G.

• Document client participation and progress in client record according to the Center’s policies and procedures.

• Communicate regularly with Outpatient Clinic Director and Mental Health Professional on the treatment and progress of clients.

• Facilitate group chemical dependency counseling and education sessions.

• Work with clients to develop and implement a viable, individualized continuing care plan, including assistance in coordination with significant others, referrals for medical services, substance use services, mental health services and referrals related to other client needs.

• Work with concerned persons (family members, friends) on resources for sober support during and following treatment as needed.

• Complete necessary professional development in Substance Use Disorders and Co-Occurring Disorders.

General

• Work as a member of the broader team of the Center to ensure a high level of service to our clients, including but not limited to assisting with general housekeeping, kitchen duties and light maintenance.

• Other duties as assigned.

You’ll join a collaborative, trauma-informed care team dedicated to ethical, empathetic service.

• Fully Licensed: $60,000 – $75,000/year
  

• 401(k) with company match — eligible after 1 year of employment and 1,000 hours worked
• Scholarship opportunities for continued learning
• Employee Assistance Program for personal support
• Paid Time Off — rest and recharge when you need it
• Casual/Flexible hours — maintain work-life balance with a schedule that works for you
  

We’re a mission-driven team providing holistic, ethical care for women and families. At RHTC, you’ll be seen, supported, and surrounded by professionals who care — about clients and about each other.

Qualifications:

• Full licensure by the State of Minnesota for Alcohol and Drug Counselor in good standing.
• Know and understand the implications of chapter 245G, chapter 245A, and sections 626.556, 626.557 and 626.5572.

Physical Requirements:

• Constantly operate a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, printer, etc.
• Frequently communicate with employees, managers, patients and other individuals with key relationships. This requires receiving and providing accurate information in these situations.
• Frequently move around the office to access file cabinets, office machinery and supplies, etc