Substance Abuse Counselor/LCDC - Heart of Texas Behavioral Heath Network (Previously known as Heart if Texas MHMR)

LCDC Provide therapeutic Substance Use Disorders services to regional clients and their families utilizing best practices and interventions. This person will assess client needs and complete treatment planning, engages clients and develops clinically-appropriate, trauma informed, individualized treatment plan updating.  Works closely with regional SUD case managers and appropriate interdisciplinary team members in an effort to achieve optimal in an effort to achieve optimal client outcomes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Essential Functions

• Knowledge of substance use disorders and addiction education.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Time management and organization skills required to meet service goals.
• Ability to communicate with consumers, staff, and community providers.
• Local travel 25% of the time with 75% regional travel to consumer homes and other community settings
• Stooping, bending, sitting, standing, and keyboarding for prolonged periods, and lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to be CPR and PMAB certified
• Valid driver's license, liability insurance, and reliable transportation required

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's in social work, psychology or related field
• 1 year of case management experience preferred
• Licensed LCDC required

Hours: M-F 8AM-5PM and work one evening a week.

Salary:    Associates degree with LCDC-I  $40,000 Annually 
                Bachelor/Masters with LCDC-I    $45,000 Annually
                Associates degree with LCDC     $47,000 Annually 
                Bachelor's degree with LCDC     $50,000 Annually
Masters Degree add $3,150
 

Location: Hillsboro, TX Position #145
                  Waco TX Position # 499-Pending

Benefits:

Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network strives to offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Employer paid Health Insurance, no copays, no deductibles, 0 cost most prescriptions*
Employer paid Dental Insurance
Employer paid Life Insurance
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
Payroll Direct Deposit
12 paid Holidays per year
Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan (Center will contribute 12% of employee earnings)**
              **Certain Requirements Apply**

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - begins after 3 months of full time employment

Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network is a qualified local government entity that may qualify employees for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Plan (subject to certain requirements and guidelines being met by the employee based on this government program). There is no guarantee of this program for all employees.