Mental Health/Substance Abuse Counselor

Reports To:Clinical Supervisor

Status: Exempt

Position Summary:

The Mental Health/Substance Abuse Counselor provides substance use services to clients of the mental health center under the substance abuse program. This also includes the supervision of non-certified direct services providers (if applicable). In addition, this position is also responsible for prevention services for this agency.

This position is open to candidates holding a substance abuse counselor license (PLADC, LADC, PLMHP, LIMHP, or LMHP). Candidates with a mental health license (PLMHP, LIMHP, LMHP) may provide a broader scope of mental health services.

Responsibilities:

• Functions as an individual, family, and group substance abuse counselor. This may include but not be limited to substance abuse evaluations/assessments, treatment, and education.
• Provides consultation, education, and prevention services.
• Assists in the planning process, service delivery, and evaluation of the substance abuse program.
• Prepare reports as directed by the Clinical Director.
• Provides crisis intervention as needed.
• Will be part of the on-call weekend rotation schedule to provide 24/7 crisis coverage.
• Promotes agency awareness through outside resources.
• Completes paperwork as outlined in agency policies and procedures.
• Attend scheduled supervisory and clinical staff meetings.
• Meets expectations for monthly billable baseline.
• Assists in quality assurance.
• Facilitates outpatient groups as assigned.
• Communicates and collaborates effectively within the agency.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Maintains ethics and confidentiality as dictated by profession.
• Maintains state licensure without disciplinary action.
• Knowledge of counseling theory and practice.
• Ability to form therapeutic relationships with clients.
• Strong interpersonal skills in working with diverse
• Skills in verbal and written communication.
• Ability to form cooperative supportive relationships with staff/agency.
• Possess a valid drivers license and an insurable driving record.

Required Licensure:

• Must hold one of the following licenses: PLADC, LADC, PLMHP, LIMHP, or LMHP.
• Must be licensed as a substance abuse counselor by the Nebraska Department of Health.

Training & Experience:

• Experience and training in treating substance use disorders.
• Proficient in conducting substance use assessments.