Sierra Health and Wellness·Angleton, Texas
Provide substance use disorder counseling and education to patients and families across various levels of care. Manage case coordination, develop individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical teams.
Provides Substance Use Disorder (SUD) counseling and education for patients and their families across levels of care. Responsible for case management and collaboration with clinical staff, utilization management, and referral sources to support comprehensive patient care. Essential Job Functions Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized treatment plans Provide individual, group, and family counseling sessions Facilitate psychoeducational groups related to addiction, relapse prevention, and recovery skills Monitor client progress and modify treatment plans as needed Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation Provide case management, including coordination of care and referrals to community resources Develop discharge and aftercare plans to support sustained recovery Participate in crisis intervention and relapse prevention planning Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including medical, psychiatric, and clinical staff Communicate effectively with referral sources and external stakeholders Ensure compliance with state, federal, and organizational policies and ethical standards Other duties assigned Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health, human services, or related field preferred Active Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) credential in the state of Texas Knowledge of Texas HHSC regulations and documentation standards Experience providing counseling services for substance use disorders PM21 Qualifications
Requires an active Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) credential in Texas and knowledge of HHSC regulations. A bachelor's degree in behavioral health or a related field is preferred.
Market context
In Texas, PRN LCDC openings often reflect steady demand in behavioral health settings that need flexible coverage and compliance with HHSC regulations. These roles can be competitive because employers look for an active Texas LCDC credential, familiarity with state rules, and sometimes a related bachelor’s degree. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original posting, then confirm your credential details and HHSC experience before applying.