Clinical Program Therapist 2 - Chemical Dependency Counselor
State of Minnesota, Moose Lake, MN, United States
Chemical Dependency Counselor
Job ID: 93833 | Location: Moose Lake | Full‑time
Telework Eligible: No | Salary: $28.26–$41.43 hourly or $59,006–$86,505 annually.
Primary Responsibilities
Provide professional chemical dependency assessment, counseling, and education for patients with substance abuse and/or dependence.
Coordinate the development of individualized treatment plans related to substance abuse.
Deliver psycho‑educational curricula.
Co‑facilitate group therapy.
Prepare written documentation for internal and external audiences.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related field.
Licensure as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) in the State of Minnesota.
One year of post‑bachelor’s degree experience providing behavioral health services, including at least four of the following six activities:
Providing direct care and therapeutic support to individuals.
Assisting with assessment of behavioral health challenges, including data collection.
Leading or facilitating educational groups or therapeutic activities with individuals with mental health symptoms.
Developing or implementing support plans or treatment plans that address behavior through adaptations, activities, interventions, education, engagement, and support.
Assisting in planning and hand‑off communication of support plans and strategies for supporting individuals upon discharge.
Developing or assisting in development of behavioral interventions and recommendations for interdisciplinary staff implementation.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience providing behavioral health services to clients with substance use disorders.
Experience in substance abuse counseling.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants With Disabilities
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs, call the Careers Help Desk at 651‑259‑3637 or email careers@state.mn.us.
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick leave.
12 paid holidays each year.
Annual pay increases.
Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
Fertility care, including IVF.
Diabetes care.
Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
Six weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
Pension plan providing income after retirement (after working at least three years).
Employer‑paid life insurance.
Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.
Resources supporting physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being.
Career Support
Training, classes, and professional development.
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (eligible positions).
Employee Assistance Program
Confidential program to help employees and families with life challenges impacting health, well‑being, or job performance.
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Job ID: 93833 | Location: Moose Lake | Full‑time
Telework Eligible: No | Salary: $28.26–$41.43 hourly or $59,006–$86,505 annually.
Primary Responsibilities
Provide professional chemical dependency assessment, counseling, and education for patients with substance abuse and/or dependence.
Coordinate the development of individualized treatment plans related to substance abuse.
Deliver psycho‑educational curricula.
Co‑facilitate group therapy.
Prepare written documentation for internal and external audiences.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related field.
Licensure as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) in the State of Minnesota.
One year of post‑bachelor’s degree experience providing behavioral health services, including at least four of the following six activities:
Providing direct care and therapeutic support to individuals.
Assisting with assessment of behavioral health challenges, including data collection.
Leading or facilitating educational groups or therapeutic activities with individuals with mental health symptoms.
Developing or implementing support plans or treatment plans that address behavior through adaptations, activities, interventions, education, engagement, and support.
Assisting in planning and hand‑off communication of support plans and strategies for supporting individuals upon discharge.
Developing or assisting in development of behavioral interventions and recommendations for interdisciplinary staff implementation.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience providing behavioral health services to clients with substance use disorders.
Experience in substance abuse counseling.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants With Disabilities
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs, call the Careers Help Desk at 651‑259‑3637 or email careers@state.mn.us.
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick leave.
12 paid holidays each year.
Annual pay increases.
Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
Fertility care, including IVF.
Diabetes care.
Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
Six weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
Pension plan providing income after retirement (after working at least three years).
Employer‑paid life insurance.
Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.
Resources supporting physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being.
Career Support
Training, classes, and professional development.
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (eligible positions).
Employee Assistance Program
Confidential program to help employees and families with life challenges impacting health, well‑being, or job performance.
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