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Embark Behavioral Health

Licensed Addiction Counselor

Embark Behavioral Health, Marion, Montana, United States, 59925

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Pay: $55,000 - $65,000 per year (DOE)

Full-Time, On-site

Location: 9705 Lost Prairie Rd., Marion, MT 59925

Schedule: Monday – Friday with potential for Weekends – Flexible Schedule

Overview Embark at Marion is seeking a dedicated Licensed Addiction Counselor to support and grow our Clinical Team. This role partners with the mental health counselors to ensure program services meet our client’s needs and align with our mission to support the social and emotional development of the adolescents in our care.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial ASAM assessment and ongoing treatment monitoring.

Provide group counseling/therapy sessions as required by current treatment schedules.

Provide individual counseling sessions with assigned caseload on a weekly basis or more frequently if needed.

Present educational sessions to the client community using audio/visual equipment, handouts, and exercises.

Complete all required chart documentation consistent with program’s policies and procedures.

Participate in crisis intervention with clients as needed.

Provide family education sessions as needed concerning family involvement in the recovery process.

Accept on-call counselor responsibilities on a rotating schedule.

Attend and participate in staff meetings as well as team and program meetings.

Meet with Clinical Director for supervision and development opportunities.

Maintain professional boundaries.

Work positively with team members within the agency and with community providers.

Provide staff coverage in any counseling area in the event of shortages, including intake, assessment, psychoeducation presentations, family sessions, individual sessions, group sessions, discharge planning, crisis intervention, and overall case management.

Qualifications

Current State of Montana license as an ACLC or LAC.

A desire to facilitate client growth through a team approach, working with other care providers.

Empathy and adequate communication skills (both verbal and written) to establish trusting relationships with clients.

Understanding of the issues and relationships with a diverse group of people and demonstrates healthy interpersonal skills, a sense of humor, adaptability, and models a positive self-concept.

Ability to assess and respond to the needs of youth and family members.

Ability to plan, implement, and adjust a course of treatment as required.

Computer skills sufficient to enter required documentation.

Preferred – Two years of working experience leading individual, family, and group therapy sessions.

Preferred – One year of experience in a residential setting using relational, experiential, and systemic modalities.

Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening in concordance with Montana state laws.

Ability to pass federal and state background checks.

Ability to perform CPR and First Aid.

Current or valid Montana driver’s license.

Required to have CAQH profile established or updated if you have one and obtain an NPI number for credentialing purposes.

Benefits

Access to an established Mastery Program offering professional and financial opportunities for professional growth.

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.

Paid Parental Leave – Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.

Life & Disability Coverage – Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.

401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.

PTO & Holidays – Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.

Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society. Embark does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

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