Essentia Health

Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Brainerd, MN Full time

Building Location:

St Josephs Medical Center

Department:

4004200 FOCUS UNIT - SJMC

Job Description:

The FOCUS Unit Chemical Dependency (CD) Counselor is responsible for performing chemical dependency evaluations, participating in contributing to interdisciplinary treatment and discharge plans and providing individual and group chemical dependency counseling services. The chemical dependency counselor works with clients age 18 through geriatric. The counselor will have skills to carry out the core functions identified by Minnesota Statutes Chapter 148C regarding alcohol and drug counselor licensure (see addendum).

Education Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree in Human Services field preferred.
  • Documentation of completion of a two-year chemical dependency treatment training program; or, graduate with degree in counseling with emphasis in alcohol and drug counseling
  • Prefer at least three years experience in direct delivery of alcohol/drug counseling; both inpatient and outpatient levels of care desirable

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Possesses Minnesota Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) credential, or is eligible to obtain within 6 months from date of hire.

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

8:00am

Shift End Time:

4:30pm

Weekends:

Rotation

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:

$26.47 - $39.71

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.