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Working Title: Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LADC)

Job Class: Clinical Program Therapist 1, 2, or 3

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 82167

• Location : Fergus Falls

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 11/27/2024

• Closing Date : 12/03/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS MAPE State Operated Svcs

• Division/Unit : Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Services / CARE Fergus Falls Inpatient

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am-4:30pm; 1 evening/week / 11:30am-8:00pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday & 1 Saturday per month

• Travel Required : Yes; less than 10% for trainings and patient transport

• Salary Range:

• Clinical Program Therapist 3: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,649 - $98,240 / annually

• Clinical Program Therapist 2: $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,130 - $85,232 / annually

• Clinical Program Therapist 1: $25.29 - $36.71 / hourly; $52,805 - $76,650 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The Community Addiction Recovery Enterprise (CARE) in Fergus Falls, MN is seeking a talented, mission driven, person-centered Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor to join our team and make a difference in the lives of others. CARE specializes in providing residential treatment services for adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders. All services are person-centered, building on the individual's interests and capacity for growth, leading to a lifelong process of recovery. Don't miss this excellent opportunity to lead client treatment while working alongside a highly collaborative and fun-loving multidisciplinary team that includes nursing, social work, mental health professionals, peer support and psychiatric and primary care providers!

As a Licensed Alcohol Drug Counselor, you will provide professional level counseling and treatment coordination for clients with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders in a residential treatment setting.

Job Duties Include:

• Serve as an integral part of a cohesive multidisciplinary team, supporting the implementation of treatment among team members for clients with co-occurring conditions.

• Completion of an assessment to identify level of care and comprehensive needs of individuals, including substance use, behavioral and medical needs.

• Development and implementation of a person-centered treatment plan, including the delivery of professional counseling and education in individual and group settings.

• Provision of treatment coordination and identification of appropriate aftercare recommendations. Treatment coordination includes collaboration with clients, case managers, and identified support persons to develop aftercare plans that address recovery needs.

• Participation in clinical consultation with multidisciplinary team members, facilitating a collaborative team approach to client care.

This announcement is being posted at the Clinical Program Therapist 1, Clinical Program Therapist 2 and Clinical Program Therapist 3 levels. Only one level will be filled and the level at which the position will be filled will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify, applicants must:

Clinical Program Therapist 1 (CPT 1):

• Have a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related field; AND

• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure* by the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) or equivalently qualified to perform alcohol and drug counseling under Minnesota Statute 148F.11 (https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/148F.025) .

(*NOTE TO CPT 1 LICENSE-ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS: Please include information regarding your license-eligibility in your resume or application. To maintain employment, the successful candidate who is eligible for LADC licensure must possess a temporary ADC permit within 60 calendar days of the first day of employment and a current LADC license within 6 months of the first day of employment. License-eligible applicants will be hired under a provisional appointment.)

Clinical Program Therapist 2 (CPT 2):

• Have a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related field; AND

• Be licensed or eligible for licensure by the State of Minnesota as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor; AND

• Have one (1) year of post-Bachelor's degree experience providing behavioral health services.

OR

• Have a Master Degree in psychology, social work, or related behavioral or social science program; AND

• Be licensed or eligible for licensure by the State of Minnesota as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Clinical Program Therapist 3 (CPT 3):

• Have a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related field; AND

• Be licensed or eligible for licensureby the State of Minnesota as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor; AND

• Have three (3) years of post-Bachelor's degree experience providing clinical services.

OR

• Have a Master Degree in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related behavioral or social science program; AND

• Be licensed or eligible for licensureby the State of Minnesota as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor; AND

• Have one (1) year of post-Master's degree experience providing clinical services including individual and group therapy and interventions.

Preferred Qualifications

Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.