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EMCMHCCLASS TITLE: Licensed Addiction Counselor - (onsite, not tele)FLSA:DEPARTMENT: Chemical DependencyACCOUNTABLE TO: Program DirectorSALARY: $60,000/yearPRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: Under general direction is responsible to provideoutpatient counseling, evaluation, intervention, networking, and prevention / education; Work requires individual judgment within established policies and procedures set by the State Chemical Dependency Program. Some of this work will be at the Custer County DetentionCenter. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Physical requirements may require walking, lifting up to 35#’s(greater with assistance),prolonged sitting, climbing steps, stooping, bending, and the ability to get in and out of a vehicle without assistance;Must have ability to communicate orally and in the public;Must possess people skills and the ability to work with other Agencies;Work may be performed in an office, individually, family, or in a group setting;Some traveling required where exposure to inclement weather of heat, cold, rain, andsnow may occur;Must complete Credible EHR functionality and overview training within the first month of employment and maintain Certification throughout employment;Must participate in CPR and MANDT training within three (3) months of employment and remain certified throughout employment; andMust possess a valid Montana Operator’s License (If your own personal vehicle is used to transport any client, your vehicle must have insurance that will cover passengers).MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY AND PERFORMANCE:Performs evaluations and intake assessments of new clients;Participates in consultation, treatment planning, and referral activities;Provides individual, group, and family counseling when appropriate;Provides crisis intervention to clients and their families;Conducts diagnostic interviews/therapy with new clients;Provides crisis intervention during working hours, or when scheduled, or as needed;Meets productivity standards to the best of ability, documents client contacts, care coordination, crisis/consult contacts, and community contacts, while maintaining a professional and ethical level of conduct according to standards of practice, EMCMHCpolicies, and state and federal policies;Be aware of, and adhere to, EMCMHC / SADS policies and procedures;Must be able to utilize current diagnostic procedures for abuse and dependency as defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders (DSM);Attends staff meetings and peer reviews, team service and coordination meetings, in-service trainings and outside service training as directed;May participate as a member of the Treatment Court Team;May conduct MIP school, including education, testing, and biopsychosocial evaluation, PFL Classes; andPerforms other duties assigned by the Program Director or Administration.SUPERVISION - RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS: NoneEDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:Associates Degree in Social Work or related field, Bachelor’s Degree preferred;Must possess a Licensed Addiction Counselor License (LAC), or possess the ability to obtain such License or Certification within one (1) year of employment;Maintain such License and/or Certification through meeting Continuing Education requirements throughout employment;Must complete Credible EHR functionality and overview training within the first month of employment and maintain Certification throughout employment; PLUSSome demonstrated work experience in the mental or chemical dependency health field;andMust possess a valid Montana Operator’s License (If your own personal vehicle is used to transport any client, your vehicle must have insurance that will cover passengers).EXAMPLES OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA AND EXPECTATONS Maintains the highest level of ethics, morals, standards, respect for others, empathy, and privacy of client information;Participates in networking, prevention, and education activities;Provides referrals to other community resources when appropriate;Obeys all Federal and State Laws governing professional confidentiality;Continues personal/professional development as a Chemical Dependency Counselor;Consults and peers with other EMCMHC clinical staff and/or employees when needed;Performs such other assignments and duties as may be required and needed.EXCELLENT BENEFITS:Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 11 Paid Holidays off, Medical Flex Plan, and Retirement benefits with up to 6% Employer Match. EMCMHC is a member of the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities toperform any non-essential job function.