The Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc.·Lebanon, Connecticut
The Licensed Counselor provides direct clinical services including assessment, treatment planning, and counseling for residents in a long-term recovery program. They also coordinate case management, perform crisis intervention, and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure effective client care.
Licensed Counselor, Residential Program | Lebanon, CT
Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD)
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Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) is an award-winning, nationally and locally recognized leader in substance use disorder and behavioral health treatment in Southeastern Connecticut. We are proud recipients of the Top Workplace award, 2023 Non-Profit of the Year and 2023 Executive Director of the Year honors from the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce, and recognition as a Top Tier organization and a Recovery Friendly Workplace.
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Licensed Counselor to join our Lebanon Pines residential program — a long-term treatment program for men with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders, set on a beautiful 66-acre campus in Lebanon, CT.
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As a Licensed Counselor at Lebanon Pines, you will provide direct clinical services to residents in a long-term, recovery-focused setting — supporting individuals through assessment, treatment planning, counseling, crisis intervention, and discharge planning as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team.
Orient clients to the program, including program goals, rules of conduct, and client rights upon admission
Ensure insurance authorizations are accounted for in alignment with dates of treatment and services provided
Provide education and information to clients individually and in group settings on substance use disorders and recovery resources
Coordinate case management needs, matching services, agencies, and community resources with clients to assist with discharge planning
Provide crisis intervention services in response to clients experiencing acute emotional or physical distress
Support clients in identifying strengths, challenges, and needs to inform ongoing treatment planning for substance use and/or mental health concerns
Identify client needs that exceed the current level of care and assist with referrals to appropriate support systems and community resources
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to report on client progress and modify established treatment plans as needed
Formulate clinical interventions to promote client stability, engagement, and investment in treatment
Provide counseling for family members or significant others as appropriate
Complete all required documentation accurately and on time, including progress notes, referral and contractual networking records, and incident reports
Conduct initial client assessments for placement and ongoing assessments for continued treatment or referral to a more appropriate level of care
Establish individualized treatment plans with clients, incorporating targeted goals, objectives, and interventions that maximize strengths and available resources
Utilize individual, group, and family counseling skills to help clients explore problems, examine attitudes and feelings, consider alternative solutions, and make meaningful decisions
Chart assessment and treatment planning results, writing reports, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other client-related documentation in a timely manner
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Why SCADD?
Since 1966, SCADD has remained at the forefront of substance use disorder treatment, continuously evolving to meet the needs of individuals, families, and communities across Southeastern Connecticut. We believe in second chances and the power of recovery — and our residential clinical team at Lebanon Pines is at the heart of making that possible every day. When you join SCADD, you join a team that shows up with hope, connection, and purpose.
If you're ready to do meaningful clinical work in a unique residential setting, we want to hear from you.
Apply today at careers.scadd.org
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SCADD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. A pre-employment drug screen, conducted by a qualified lab, is required in accordance with Connecticut law.
Candidates must hold an associate or independent clinical license such as LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or LADC. Strong skills in clinical assessment, documentation, and a commitment to trauma-informed, recovery-oriented practice are required.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Connecticut often draw steady demand from community providers, schools, and outpatient programs serving clients with ongoing support needs. These roles can be competitive because employers commonly look for reliable scheduling, documentation skills, and practical requirements such as a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, access to an insured vehicle, and completed clearances. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm travel expectations and required verifications before applying.
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