LPC ( Mental Health Counselor )

Salary: $25.34 Hourly
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Health Department
Behavioral Health
Salary Grade: Hourly.The Counselor III position is a valuable member of the Substance Abuse Program that provides direct care to those in the Methadone maintenance program. The counselor is responsible for evaluating and assessing clients for the appropriate level of care and aiding in planning/implementing a treatment plan. The counselor conducts individual, group, and family counseling, case management, outreach, education, monitoring, referral, linkage, follow-ups, and documentation. The counselor will work directly with the Methadone program and clients.
A mobile resource for the community in educating about the recovery process
Driving is required in the local community
Monday - Friday (6 am-2 pm)
Saturdays as necessary (6 am-11:30 am)

Assists clients in obtaining public entitlements, housing, community resources, etc.
Takes responsibility for training in and documenting clinical chart requirements to meet program and state standards.
Bachelor's degree and three (3) years' experience in behavioral sciences, or
Bachelor's degree in a related field and one (1) year of experience in behavioral sciences, or
Hold clinical certification as a (CADC) Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor from the Illinois Alcoholism and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Association (IAODAPCA) or
Be a (LPC) licensed professional counselor or (LCPC) licensed clinical professional counselor pursuant to the Professional Counselor and Clinical Professional Counselor Licensing Act; Be a physician licensed to practice medicine in all its branches pursuant to the Medical Practice Act of 1987; Be licensed as a psychologist pursuant to the Clinical Psychology Practice Act (225 ILCS 15); Any new professional staff, who will provide clinical services in a treatment or designated program service and who do not meet the requirements of above when hired shall meet the requirements specified in within (2) two years after the date of employment in the substance use disorder (SUD) field. Time in the SUD field is accumulative, it is not per employment episode.
No residents are turned away due to the inability to pay. Whether assuring accessible and effective care, impacting policy, or assessing and monitoring risks, the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center has been an essential part of the public health system in Lake County for 60 years. We are looking for passionate, qualified team members who can help make a difference in our agency and, most importantly, in our community.
Additional information about the Lake County Health Department, our culture, and why you should join our team can be found at
At this time, you must live in Illinois or Wisconsin to be eligible to work at Lake County Health Department. Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.
The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
Here at the Health Department, we are proud to employ a diverse workforce of dedicated individuals focused on promoting the health and well-being of all who live, work, and play in Lake County. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and collaboration, enabling each employee to perform at their maximum potential and to more effectively work with clients, patients, and employees. Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
IMRF Pension and 457 retirement plans
Tuition Reimbursement
You can find more details on our benefits on our website at
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