Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor
Center For Alcohol & Drug Treatment·Duluth, Minnesota
Center For Alcohol & Drug Treatment·Duluth, Minnesota
Provide comprehensive substance use disorder counseling services including screening, assessment, and treatment planning for individuals and families. Maintain professional records and collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to support client recovery.
Summary Under indirect supervision, this individual provides a range of substance use disorder counseling services to individuals, groups, and/or families as appropriate to the specific expectations of the position. This individual typically works under indirect guidance of a clinical professional within the environment of a paraprofessional staff, and new employees as required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide substance use disorder counseling services as defined in the 12 Core Functions as stated in Minnesota Statutes Chapter 148F: o CORE FUNCTIONS – screening; intake; orientation; assessment; treatment planning; counseling (group, individual and family); case management; crisis intervention; client education; referral; reports; recordkeeping; and consultation with other professionals regarding client treatment and services.
Follow and support CADT’s philosophy, policies, procedures, and job responsibilities.
Develop and maintain appropriate professional relationships with referral sources and community agencies.
Diagnose substance use disorders.
Meet with families to identify needs for services and to make appropriate referrals.
Participate in meetings – team staffing, staff meetings and consultations.
Maintain records according to CADT policy and procedures, and licensing regulations.
Work as an active and effective member of the treatment team.
Demonstrate interest and willingness to increase skills and knowledge regarding substance use disorders and participate in activities that advance the field of substance use disorder treatment.
Maintain a professional demeanor within the agency and the community.
May participate in training sessions and workshops to enhance treatment skills.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Bachelor’s degree with a major in Social Work, Nursing, Sociology, Human Services, or Psychology; or must be a registered nurse;
A minimum of 120 hours of classroom instruction in which each of the core functions as listed in 148F are covered; and
Must complete 440 hours of supervised experience as an alcohol and drug counselor, either as a student or staff member. Individuals with a temporary permit from the Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy may provide chemical dependency treatment service if they meet either of the requirements below:
The individual with a temporary permit must be supervised by a licensed alcohol and drug counselor assigned by the license holder. The supervising licensed alcohol and drug counselor must document the amount and type of supervision provided at least on weekly basis. The supervision must relate to clinical practice.
The individual with a temporary permit must be supervised by a Clinical Supervisor approved by the Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy. The supervision must be documented and meet the requirements of section 148F.04, subdivision 4.
The Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment will consider all applicants regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, or status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.
Must be a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) or hold a temporary permit, with documented competence in mental health screening. Requires CPR and First Aid certification and the ability to pass a background study.
Market context
Behavioral health openings in Minnesota often reflect steady demand in community, residential, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates who can meet licensing, safety, and transportation requirements. These roles can be competitive because employers look for reliability, CPR/First Aid certification, a valid Minnesota driver’s license, and a clean DHS background check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and driving record before applying.
