1,505 Addiction Counselor jobs in the United States

Overview

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health and Concerted Care Group (CCG) is a leading outpatient treatment provider in the Mid-Atlantic region. We are committed to treating individuals whose lives have been impacted by substance use and mental health disorders. We do this by providing compassionate and evidence-based treatment, aimed at improving the quality of life for those we serve.

We are dedicated to a client-centered mission that achieves measurable outcomes through a culture of diversity and inclusion. Driven by our innovative integrated behavioral model, we empower our team to make a meaningful impact every day.

We stand behind our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, which are the core of our company with our patients and employees. Our leadership team invests to enhance the programs we offer patients to expand access to care and offer flexibility. Patient care is at the heart of everything we do. We want your experience and expertise on our team! When you join our organization, you are connecting to a committed and caring group of colleagues.

We are currently in search of an experienced Addiction Counselor I for our Elkton, MD location. The Addiction Counselor I position at Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health and all of its subsidiaries ("Kolmac" or the "Company") is held by someone who is innovative and committed to learning and developing their counseling skill, working and collaborating with an innovative, inter-disciplinary team. This position requires someone who is invested in patient care and brings a solution-focused attitude and outlook.

Responsibilities

• Monday - Friday 7am - 3pm rotating Saturdays 7am - 9am
• Provides case management services which support a positive treatment outcome
• Serves as therapist in IOP and continued care groups, as well as provide individual therapy as needed for SUD and/or mental health disorders
• Organizes and makes educational presentations related to behavioral health and recovery
• Develop patient-centered treatment plans based on results from the screening tools and bio psychosocial assessment
• Collaborates with medical staff and treatment team as a whole
• Consults with family members and referral sources in order to coordinate patient care
• Ensures adequate case management services are identified and addressed
• Responsible for maintaining electronic health records which include documentation of treatment activity and progress
• Ensures that patient records are accurate, comprehensive and meets regulatory standards

Qualifications

• Strong clinical, verbal, and writing skills
• Is engaging with patients, while promoting and maintaining accountability
• Flexible and creative team player
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work in a program that will grow and expand over the next several years
• Minimum of 2 years' experience working in the SUD field. Group treatment experience preferred, but not required
• Experience and comfort working with an electronic medical record
• Knowledgeable and well-versed in various recovery modalities, including SMART Recovery, Women for Sobriety, 12-Step, Recovery Dharma, Harm Reduction, etc.
• If disclosed that the staff member is in recovery from a substance use disorder a minimum of three years of continuous sobriety is required - five years is preferred

Licenses and Other Required Credentials:

• Addiction Counselor Trainee - ADT in Maryland
• Addiction Counselor I - CSC-AD in Maryland
• Addiction Counselor II - CAC-AD, LGADC, LGPC, LMSW, LCADC, LCPC, LCSW or LCSW-C in Maryland

We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Company paid clinical supervision
• Full Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Professional Development Time
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Paid Vacation Time
• And More!

The base pay for this position generally ranges between $28 per hour to $38 per hour. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, licensure, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health has been a leader in Outpatient Treatment since 1973. Patient care is at the heart of what we do. Kolmac Outpatient Recovery and Concerted Care Group (CCG) have merged to provide addiction treatment and behavioral health treatment services for individuals, families, couples, and groups. We serve communities across Maryland, DC, Virginia, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. We are still growing!

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Position Purpose:

Participate as a team member in the delivery of substance-use disorder services to adult clients and their families. Facilitate the issues of recovery into client’s daily living situations. Provide program services in an ethical, legal and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. This Addiction Counselor position will run a morning Intensive Outpatient Group for Adult clients with a primary Substance Use Disorder.

Job Requirements:

• Masters degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Addiction Studies or other related field, preferred
• Bachelors in related degree or equivalent experience and training, required
• Illinois Certified Addiction Counselor (CADC),or licensed in Illinois as a LSW or LPC which supersedes the CADC within 2 years of employment in substance used disorder services.

Qualifications:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills,
• Computer proficiency required,
• Ability to navigate and complete documentation in the electronic healthcare record,
• Ability to accurately complete required documentation within the prescribed time frames
• Skilled in conducting individual, family and group counseling,
• Ability to present and coordinate lectures for clients, parents, staff or community resources,
• Self-starter with ability to work independently,
• Ability to work within a team,
• Belief in the mission and vision of Rosecrance

Essential Responsibilities:

• Work hours prescribed by leadership and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.
• Conduct individual, group, and family counseling and educational sessions for clients and/or family members.
• Complete client psychosocial and individualized treatment plan within required time frame.
• Identify client clinical and case management needs and work to address those needs.
• Educate client and client support members regarding all aspects of treatment, corresponding health issues and steps to recovery.
• Undertake primary case management responsibilities for designated clients.
• Ensure that documentation in client service record is maintained consistent with expectations defined by SUPR, TJC and Medicaid regulations.
• Maintain communications with all staff (e.g. admissions, case management and discharge plans).
• Assume on-call responsibilities per schedule or when designated.
• Present workshops, lectures and training to clients, families, and staff and community groups.
• Be familiar with court proceedings and available to make court appearances on behalf of Rosecrance clients.
• Serve as a member of the team and participate in all team meetings and activities.
• Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the Code of Conduct and with the framework of the law.
• Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.

Schedule: Sunday-Thursday 9a-530p with a late-night shift.

Job Type : Full-time

Compensation & Rewards

Based on education, experience and credentials

• Starting rate for Bachelors - $24.44/hour
• Starting rate for Masters - $7.77/hour
• Residential differential- 1.50/hour

• Professional Certification (e.g., CADC, CRSS, or CPS): + 0.72/hour (equivalent of + 1,500 annualized)

Work Location: Rosecrance Harrison Campus - Rockford, IL

Our Benefits

Rosecrance values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options to meet your needs)
• 401(k) with employer match & discretionary contribution
• Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance & licensure/certification reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement leave
• Referral program earning up to 1,000 per hire!
• Wellness program, including an on-site gym at select facilities
• Discounts at participating retailers
• Daily pay available through UKG Wallet for financial flexibility

Who We Are

Rosecrance has been at the forefront of providing behavioral health services for over a century. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to overcome substance abuse and mental health challenges through evidence-based therapies and compassionate care. Join us in our mission to foster lasting recovery and transform lives.

We are committed to providing careers that make a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the people we employ. We do this through the work we do, our core mission and values, our employee resources, and especially through our purpose-driven community of opportunity and hope.

Our Health and Safety Commitment

We maintain a zero-tolerance drug-free environment, including marijuana, to prioritize safety for staff and clients. All candidates must pass an occupational health screening, ensuring a secure and healthy workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to the requirements of the position.

Our Partnerships

• AARP Employer Pledge Program
• MSEP (Military Spouse Employment Partnership).

Equal Opportunity Employer

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For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

· Assist persons served by implementing structured interventions outlined in the Person-Centered Plan in any of the following:

o Individual counseling and support;

o Group counseling and support;

o Family counseling, training or support;

o Biochemical assays to identify recent drug use (e.g. urine drug screens);

o Strategies for relapse prevention to include community and social support systems in treatment;

o Life skills;

o Crisis contingency planning;

o Disease Management; and

o Treatment support activities that have been adapted or specifically designed for persons with physical disabilities, or persons with co-occurring disorders of mental illness and substance abuse/dependence or mental retardation/developmental disability and substance abuse/dependence.

· Provide first responder crisis response.

· Ensure a supportive, therapeutic relationship between staff, persons served, and family of the persons served which addresses and/or implements interventions outlined in the Person-Centered Plan.

· Provide principles of recovery to persons served by emphasizing self-determination.

· Assist persons served by researching and making available natural and community supports.

· Support the persons served in understanding and exercising their rights.

· Provide support services in a manner that is safe, therapeutic, and free from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

· Ensure that all information resulting from health-related appointments is documented.

Performance Expectations:

· Serve as a role model for professional and support staff, by consistently conducting him/herself in a professional and ethical manner in all situations, including but not limited to promptness of completing assignments, verbal/non-verbal communications, maintaining professional boundaries, representing the Agency with a professional image, and complying with Federal Anti-Kickback and Fraud Laws .

· Maintain therapeutic boundaries with consumers, families, and guardians

· Be familiar with HIPPA as related to confidentiality of information specific to persons served

· Have an understanding of Client Rights

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POSITION: Addiction Counselor
SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday/7:30a to 4p/Weekends off
FACILITY: Abingdon and Tazewell Regional Jails (Wednesdays at Tazewell)
LOCATION: Abingdon, VA and Tazewell, VA

A Job Should be MORE than just a paycheck.

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation's largest correctional health care providers. Over the past 30 years, our team of dedicated clinical professionals has helped literally millions of justice-involved patients receive life-changing medical and mental health services.

BENEFITS
We're proud to offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Annual review with performance increase
• Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement saving plans
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Healthcare and dependent care spending account

POSITION SUMMARY
The Addiction Counselor is responsible and accountable for the delivery of contracted substance use disorder services in the facilities within the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority. Primary duties include the screening and assessment of psychiatric, medical, social services, employment and residential needs, as well as, risk factors for re-incarceration as soon as possible after the individual's admission to jail. The Addiction Counselor serves as a liaison between the correctional facility, Community Services Boards, and community services and resources regarding inmate needs.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
The following requirements list the minimum to qualify. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
LICENSING: Current CPR Certification
CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification

EDUCATION:

• Certified Substance Abuse Counselor preferred
• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of two (2) year addictions treatment counseling preferred
• Minimum of one (1) year correctional experience preferred

EOE/M/F/D/V

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POSITION SUMMARY
Join a team that's making a difference in people's lives every day. Under the guidance of a Program Manager, you'll play a vital role in supporting patients on their recovery journey. This position provides individual counseling, case management, and group education for individuals and families impacted by alcohol and drug dependency. With compassion, expertise, and commitment, you'll help foster hope, healing, and long-term recovery.

WHAT YOU BRING

Education

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health, or a related field.

Knowledge

• A solid foundation in individual and group counseling, along with family education techniques, ideally developed in a substance abuse treatment or related mental health setting.

Skills

• Exceptional interpersonal skills to build trust and connect with patients, families, colleagues, and community partners.
• Strong written communication and documentation abilities to support effective treatment planning and collaboration.

Licensure/Certification

• Current certification by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors as a CAC-AD, CSC-AD, or Addiction Counselor Trainee .

Experience

• At least one year of experience in substance abuse or mental health (pre- or post-degree).

Why This Role Matters
This isn't just a job-it's a calling. You'll be a part of a supportive team dedicated to guiding patients through one of the most critical transformations of their lives. Your skills will directly empower individuals and families to build healthier futures and stronger communities.

Salary Range: Minimum /hour - Maximum /hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

JHM prioritizes the health and well-being of every employee. Come be healthy at Hopkins!

Diversity and Inclusion are Johns Hopkins Medicine Core Values. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Summary:
Addiction Medicine (AM) Counselors provide engagement, counseling, and case management services to members that are struggling with substance use disorders. AM Counselors are generalists who are flexible in their job duties serving a population that has a variety of needs including treatment for substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health disorders, and support and education for their family members. AM Counselors function within a multidisciplinary treatment team to support members that present in all phases of readiness for change.
Essential Responsibilities:
+ Provide high quality clinical services (individual, group, and family) to our adult and adolescent members through screening, assessment, diagnosis, and formulation/implementation of service plan in outpatient or residential settings. Provide all care in accordance with accepted best practice standards and department protocols (including supervision). Provide case management through appropriate triaging and referrals, consultation with other providers, contact with members and their families, and coordinating with outside agencies. Coordinate care for patients receiving medications from the Addiction Medicine Medical Team.
+ Document all member care in the electronic medical record in accordance with accepted medical/legal standards.
+ Provide other member or department services, such as program development, in-service training, and participation in process improvement activities.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
+ Minimum one (1) year working in a setting that is specific to substance use disorder treatment within the last five (5) years OR completion of KP Addiction Medicine department internship before hire/transfer.
Education
+ Masters level degree in counseling, social work, or closely related field (M.S.W., M.S., M.A., M.Ed.) required at time of hire/transfer.
License, Certification, Registration
+ Professional Counselor License (Oregon) required at hire OR Drug and Alcohol Counselor Certificate (Oregon) required at hire OR Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee Certification (Washington) required at hire OR Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Oregon) required at hire OR Substance Use Disorder Professional License (Washington) required at hire OR Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Oregon) required at hire
+ National Provider Identifier required at hire
Additional Requirements:
+ Thorough and working knowledge of current best practice treatment for; adolescents and adults and their family members needing substance use disorder treatment services; including treatment principles for individual, family, and group counseling; and treatment/intervention options for common co-occurring mental health disorders.
+ Thorough and working knowledge of legal requirements for reporting abuse and maintaining confidentiality.
+ Thorough and working knowledge of accepted best practice protocols and ethical guidelines and behaviors for counselors.
+ Thorough and working knowledge of best practices for delivering culturally aware services.
+ Ability to assess, diagnose, and treat members affected by substance use.
+ Ability to recognize, assess, and provide treatment for members with co-occurring mental health disorders.
+ Ability to effectively apply ASAM criteria to make placement decisions. Ability to use appropriate procedural/testing equipment and tools.
+ Ability to provide case management for patients with a variety of needs including legal issues and social determinants of health.
+ Ability to interface with large multidisciplinary systems.
+ Competency in computer skills including email, and other typical office applications.
+ Competency in computer skills including ability to access and utilize web-based resources.
+ Proficient in providing both face to face and virtual care.
+ Ability to learn and teach patients to use electronic recovery aids, apps, etc.
+ Oregon licensure/certification is required for Oregon positions. Washington licensure/certification is required for Washington positions.
+ Develops and documents full assessments, treatment planning, monitors patients- clinical progress in treatment, and discharge planning.
+ Demonstrated ability to provide crises intervention and milieu management.
+ Demonstrates ability to attend, support, and manage patients, their families and visitors in large group settings
+ Ability to utilize de-escalation skills and direct/support others in behavioral interventions.
+ Proficiency in using standardized comprehensive risk assessment tools and coordinating safety plans.
+ Ability to work effectively with complex patients, both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Ability to assess and treat adults across a wide age range (18-geriatric population), who have a combination of DSM Axis I and II disorders, along with a broad spectrum of co-occurring problems including those related to trauma, substance use disorders, chronic pain, complex medical problems, and eating disorders.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Minimum Two (2) years of post-masters experience working in a substance use disorder treatment setting within the last 5 years.
+ Experience working in an integrated healthcare setting including primary care services
+ Experience or specialized training in treating adolescents with substance use disorders
+ Experience or specialized training in family therapy and working with family members that have a family member with a substance use disorder
+ Experience or specialized training in treating trauma
+ Experience in applying Motivational Interviewing techniques to engage and triage new patients
+ Experience working with an interdisciplinary treatment team including medical providers
+ Experience working with patients that are receiving either prescribed or dispensed medications for substance use disorders
+ Experience using Feedback Informed Care tools in direct patient care
+ Experience providing crisis management services
+ Experience working with electronic health record systems
+ Certified Addiction Counselor in practicing state required at time of hire/transfer, and Current license to treat mental health disorders without restriction, LPC, LMFT, LCSW, LICSW, LMHC in practicing state required at time of hire/transfer.
+ Certified Addiction Counselor in both OR and WA state.
+ Masters level degree.
+ Minimum four (4) years of clinical experience, with four (4) of those years spent conducting co-occurring assessments and/or facilitating crisis stabilization interventions for high acuity patients in a state licensed setting (such as an inpatient residential addiction treatment, a community and addictions co-occurring program, or equivalent.
+ Minimum three (3) years of experience in the areas of milieu management, case management, and facilitating treatment groups (including family) within a program model, such as an IOP or Day Treatment program, or a residential setting, or equivalent.
+ Minimum one (1) years working within a mental health program, conducting comprehensive triage/crisis assessments and facilitating treatment
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TITLE: Addiction Counselor
LOCATION: Clackamas, Oregon
REQNUMBER:
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.

Overview

Transitions by CareSense is seeking a qualified, dynamic, and successful individual. The Addictions Counselor is responsible to assess, diagnose, treat, and counsel individuals and families affected by substance abuse; provide DUI instruction as required by diversion, develop and implement prevention educational activities in support of community awareness and treatment programs.

Job Duties

• Develop and implement curriculum for a variety of groups
• Assessment and identification of specific needs
• individual and group sessions
• Treatment planning/referrals/discharge planning
• Monitor client progress and adherence to treatment plan
• Maintain client files and case documentation in accordance with related policies
• Establish and maintain working relationships with community resources and agencies.
• Utilize/make referrals to assist client in plans for education, vocational training, employment, housing, transportation, medical, mental health, etc
• Take random UA’s on clients and submit to testing lab
• Prepare and submit required forms and reports related to programs and activities
• Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries, professionalism,  and ethical behavior with clients, families, and other professionals.
• Maintains strict client confidentiality in accordance with applicable rules and regulations
• Follow all safety and procedures for work areas
• Maintain proficiency by attending trainings and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with all others in areas of responsibility
• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly manner

Physical Demands of Positions

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach and manipulate objects. The position requires mobility. Duties involve moving materials weighing up to 10 pounds on a regular basis such as files, books, office equipment, etc., and may infrequently require moving materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such a computer keyboard, calculator, and standard office equipment. 

Working Conditions

Usual office working conditions. The noise level in the work area is typical of most office environments with telephones, personal interruptions, and background noises. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervision is not a typical function assigned to this position. May provide training and orientation to volunteers, students and newly assigned personnel on site policies and practices. 

Supervision received

Works under the direction of the Alcohol & Drug Clinical Supervisor.

Hours

Monday to Thursday – 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

Friday- 8:30am to 4:30 pm

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and apply the programs' clinical philosophy
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of substance abuse diagnosis, treatment, and prevention: counseling and interviewing techniques: the dynamics of interpersonal relationships, and community resources/programs
• Masters Degree and two (2) years experience
• Preferred License, Possession of CAADC 
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple requests and duties
• Maintain confidentiality
• Good communication skills

Southeast Behavioral Health Clinic - Fargo, ND - Licensed Addiction Counselor

**Sign on Bonus up to $15,000**

Be part of the solution to the behavioral health crisis. As a team member for ND Department of Health & Human Services, you will ensure the most vulnerable have access to a high-quality healthcare system in which prevention works, treatment is effective, and people recover.

As an Addiction Counselor , you will provide individuals opportunity for recovery management so they can live and work independently in their home community.

In a typical week of a counselor, you will complete level of care screenings and assist in developing integrated service plans. You will provide short-term individual, family, and group counseling. You will provide crisis intervention and risk assessments in the office, and in the community. Also, you will provide education and consult to families, community, interns, and residents.

You will thrive in this position, if you are committed to a rehabilitative and person-centered philosophy and comfortable providing services in homes and communities. Services are provided in homes and communities, and therefore, travel is a norm.

To be considered for the Addiction Counselor position , you are required to have a bachelor's degree in Addiction Counseling, Addiction Studies, Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology, AND have current licensure as an Addiction Counselor (LAC) by the North Dakota Board of Addiction Counseling Examiners.

This position requires a valid driver's license and successful completion of the assigned defensive driving course during new-hire orientation.

About HHS:

ND HHS strives to make North Dakota the healthiest state in the nation by reinforcing the foundations of well-being: physical, economic, and behavioral. Those services are to be delivered as close to home as possible with a focus on dignity and respect. The keys to delivery of those services are the 2800 committed, compassionate ND HHS team members and more than $6 billion in funding from nearly 200 different federal, state, and special sources. Link to Find the Good Life

Location :

ND HHS utilizes a blended workplace model. This position provides essential client services face to face and therefore the person in this position needs to be able to travel to meet clients at their location. A state fleet vehicle will be available for use when traveling to clients.

About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt

More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.

Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team memberswith a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.

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Application Procedures

Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications credit will not be given. All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.

This employer participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information:

A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.

For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Alex Thomas at or at

Employing Unit: ND HHS - Southeast Behavioral Health Clinic

Telephone Number:

TTY Number: ND Relay Service (text); (voice)

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § .

The Licensed Addiction Counselor provides one on one drug and alcohol consultation to patients/clients; along with individual and group therapy in a variety of settings including inpatient and outpatient programs. The Licensed Addiction Counselor also provides crisis intervention and assists with behavioral health needs and issues including mental illness, developmental and learning disabilities, substance use, etc.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work or public health required
• Current license or certificate in addictions/substance abuse counseling in the state of assignment required
• Experience in behavioral health guidelines, to include behavioral health assessments, individual and group therapy, clinical management of patients with mental illness and / or substance abuse issues preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.