Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC)
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD, Houston, TX, United States
Overview
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD ("The HARRIS CENTER") is currently seeking a
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC)
to become a valued member of our team. Under the general direction of the Program Director, this position allows Community Health Workers (CHW) to assist Texas residents living with substance use disorders (SUD) to increase access and retention in substance use, mental health, and medical services. The LCDC will be responsible for coordinating and providing specialized supportive counseling in the treatment and rehabilitation of substance use to eligible populations in a variety of community settings including homeless encampments, shelters, and drug treatment facilities. The role works with Care Coordinators and Psychiatric Technicians. Responsibilities include monitoring and assessing consumer behavior and progress, contributing to treatment planning and implementation, and documenting services to meet agency requirements. This position requires travel via agency vehicle and flexible hours.
Your Role In Action
Performs specialized supportive counseling, screenings, and assessments for consumers with substance use disorders or dual diagnoses
Provides outreach services with the team to increase access to substance use, mental health, and medical services
Maintains familiarity with current community resources for the target population
Ensures all services provided meet eligibility criteria and are authorized in accordance with agency and regulatory guidelines
Provides training/education on the nature of substance use, addressing related problems, triggers, and coping mechanisms
Assists consumers in gaining and coordinating access to necessary care; monitors eligibility requirements for ongoing treatment (e.g., financial assessment, current diagnosis) using agency reports
Flexible to meet ongoing needs of the Agency
Demonstrates ethical conduct in all clinical and professional activities
Builds working relationships with various agencies in the community
Enters data into required systems (e.g., HMIS/Anasazi) based on individual needs
Education
High School diploma or equivalent, required
Bachelor’s degree in the Human Services field (psychology, sociology, etc.) preferred
Experience
Preferably at least two (2) years as an Alcoholism / Chemical Dependency Counselor
Outreach and engagement experience preferred
Other Key Qualifications
Valid Texas Driver’s license
LCDC license
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Basic understanding of mental illness, substance use and its effects, signs and symptoms, and coping in community settings
Knowledgeable about discussing HIV, HCV, and other communicable diseases associated with substance use
Ability to discuss sexuality openly and comfortably
Knowledgeable about discussing opioid overdose
Local community resource knowledge
Strong communication, listening, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team
Effective time management and organizational skills
Proficiency with word processing and Excel
What We Have To Offer
The Harris Center offers a competitive salary and a suite of benefits designed to enrich your professional and personal life. Benefits include retirement plans with company matching, prior service credit accelerating Paid Time Off accrual, cell phone discounts, Tickets at Work entertainment deals, and a free Headspace subscription for mental wellness. Our Employee Assistance Program supports overall well-being. Eligible employees may qualify for student loan forgiveness programs through the Harris Center as a credited entity.
What Else You Should Know
Your work week: Flexible schedule Monday – Friday
Your workplace: Community-based engagement; location of assigned clinic varies based on program need
The environment: May involve challenging situations requiring staff management and collaboration
Your interactions: Engage with a diverse range of individuals, some may be emotional, hostile, agitated, or uncooperative; use interpersonal skills and patience to make an impact
This posting is associated with positions #2827-83142
About Us
The HARRIS CENTER is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The Harris Center provided care to over 96,000 people in fiscal year 2023. The Harris Center provides a full continuum of services at 86 sites across Harris County and offers services in more than 40 languages plus sign language. With more than 2,500 employees, The Harris Center is committed to meeting behavioral health and IDD needs and helping residents reach their fullest potential.
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The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD ("The HARRIS CENTER") is currently seeking a
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC)
to become a valued member of our team. Under the general direction of the Program Director, this position allows Community Health Workers (CHW) to assist Texas residents living with substance use disorders (SUD) to increase access and retention in substance use, mental health, and medical services. The LCDC will be responsible for coordinating and providing specialized supportive counseling in the treatment and rehabilitation of substance use to eligible populations in a variety of community settings including homeless encampments, shelters, and drug treatment facilities. The role works with Care Coordinators and Psychiatric Technicians. Responsibilities include monitoring and assessing consumer behavior and progress, contributing to treatment planning and implementation, and documenting services to meet agency requirements. This position requires travel via agency vehicle and flexible hours.
Your Role In Action
Performs specialized supportive counseling, screenings, and assessments for consumers with substance use disorders or dual diagnoses
Provides outreach services with the team to increase access to substance use, mental health, and medical services
Maintains familiarity with current community resources for the target population
Ensures all services provided meet eligibility criteria and are authorized in accordance with agency and regulatory guidelines
Provides training/education on the nature of substance use, addressing related problems, triggers, and coping mechanisms
Assists consumers in gaining and coordinating access to necessary care; monitors eligibility requirements for ongoing treatment (e.g., financial assessment, current diagnosis) using agency reports
Flexible to meet ongoing needs of the Agency
Demonstrates ethical conduct in all clinical and professional activities
Builds working relationships with various agencies in the community
Enters data into required systems (e.g., HMIS/Anasazi) based on individual needs
Education
High School diploma or equivalent, required
Bachelor’s degree in the Human Services field (psychology, sociology, etc.) preferred
Experience
Preferably at least two (2) years as an Alcoholism / Chemical Dependency Counselor
Outreach and engagement experience preferred
Other Key Qualifications
Valid Texas Driver’s license
LCDC license
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Basic understanding of mental illness, substance use and its effects, signs and symptoms, and coping in community settings
Knowledgeable about discussing HIV, HCV, and other communicable diseases associated with substance use
Ability to discuss sexuality openly and comfortably
Knowledgeable about discussing opioid overdose
Local community resource knowledge
Strong communication, listening, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team
Effective time management and organizational skills
Proficiency with word processing and Excel
What We Have To Offer
The Harris Center offers a competitive salary and a suite of benefits designed to enrich your professional and personal life. Benefits include retirement plans with company matching, prior service credit accelerating Paid Time Off accrual, cell phone discounts, Tickets at Work entertainment deals, and a free Headspace subscription for mental wellness. Our Employee Assistance Program supports overall well-being. Eligible employees may qualify for student loan forgiveness programs through the Harris Center as a credited entity.
What Else You Should Know
Your work week: Flexible schedule Monday – Friday
Your workplace: Community-based engagement; location of assigned clinic varies based on program need
The environment: May involve challenging situations requiring staff management and collaboration
Your interactions: Engage with a diverse range of individuals, some may be emotional, hostile, agitated, or uncooperative; use interpersonal skills and patience to make an impact
This posting is associated with positions #2827-83142
About Us
The HARRIS CENTER is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The Harris Center provided care to over 96,000 people in fiscal year 2023. The Harris Center provides a full continuum of services at 86 sites across Harris County and offers services in more than 40 languages plus sign language. With more than 2,500 employees, The Harris Center is committed to meeting behavioral health and IDD needs and helping residents reach their fullest potential.
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