Licensed Addiction Counselor

We are hiring - Licensed Addictions Counselor - Compass Program

Starting wage: $23.00-$27.00/hour, based on licensure level (ACLC or LAC) and experience. The range is flexible and may be negotiable for highly experienced applicants.

Oversight of hours offered for candidate-licensure staff.

Job type: Full-time, Non-exempt

Schedule: Monday-Friday; Days. This position may require flexibility, at times, and some evenings until 6pm.

Training: Alternatives provides thorough orientation and training for all new staff. You can expect a one-week orientation, where you will learn all about Alternatives and be prepared for taking on your role.

This first week is 9am-5pm at our Alternatives Training Center. Continual on-going training is provided to all our staff to keep them current on their roles, industry standards, and contractual compliance.

What Skills do you need?

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or a related field and two years' experience in field of substance abuse counseling is preferred.
• Must be Montana State Licensed Addictions Counselor Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor - or be certifiable within one year, certified in another state which is transferable, or National certification.
• Must be able to pass federal workplace drug screening and background check.
• Must hold valid driver's license.

Learn about our Compass team:The Compass program of Alternatives, Inc. is an outpatient treatment program that was established in 2018 to expand our client services. Compass programming includes Substance Abuse Disorder and Mental Health treatment, Partner Family Member Assault programming, Anger Management, Criminal Thinking Error groups, and the ACT/Prime for Life program.

The team is led by an experienced Clinical Director who has been with the Agency for over 5 years and has vast experience in treatment and social services.

She oversees the Compass team comprised of, LACs, LCPCs, and Treatment Coordinators.

You will be joining a team whose members have long-term experience in the field of behavioral health and share a passion for helping others achieve their full potential They look forward to meeting you, soon!

What will you do in this position?As the Licensed Addiction Counselor, you will oversee a caseload of your own, providing treatment to individuals and overseeing groups.

You will regularly review client files to determine evaluation needs, administer SUD assessments, and make recommendations regarding chemical dependency issues and referrals.

Coordinate with pre-release centers, probation officers, and other referral sources to ensure offender's termination from programs is completed. Public relations skills are a must.

Ensuring proper and timely documentation is paramount to the role, as well as meeting deadlines and ensuring compliance with contracts.

Attend meetings, as required.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working 30+ hours per week, starting the first of the month, after 60 days of employment:

• Medical: Employer pays $532.23 toward employee coverage. Additional plans for children and family are available at employee cost.
• Dental: Employer pays 100% of employee-only coverage. Affordable coverage for children and families is available at employee cost.
• Vision: Affordable plans are available for employees, children, and families at a low cost.
• Life Insurance: The agency provides a $25,000 coverage plan for all benefit-eligible employees. Additional employee-paid supplemental plans available.
• Short-and-Long-term Disability: 100% employer-paid coverage for employees.
• 401k/Retirement Plan: Employees are eligible for 401k contributions after one year of employment and 1,000 hours worked. Employer profit sharing is eligible annually, based on board approval.
• AFLAC: Supplemental plans are available to employees and their families at employee cost.

PTO

• Accrual: Start accruing PTO from your first paycheck. Full-time (40-hour) employees with 0-2 years of employment accrue 4.65 hours per pay period, totaling 15 days a year.
• Increased Accrual with Tenure: Accrual rates increase at 3 years, 5 years, and every subsequent 5-year mark, up to 25+ years.
• Pro Rata Basis: Accrual rates for employees working 20-30 hours per week are on a pro rata basis.

Paid Holidays

• Full-Time Employees: Enjoy 11 paid holidays.
• Part-Time Employees: Employees working 20-30 hours per week also receive paid holidays on a pro rata basis.

Here are some fantastic perks of working with us:

• Student Loan Forgiveness: Alternatives is a PSLF-approved employer, so you can get your student loans forgiven by working for a non-profit.
• Scholarship Program: Subject to eligibility requirements as well as program availability and continued funding level.
• Birthday Lunch: Celebrate your birthday with a $15.00 lunch allowance! It's a great chance to enjoy a meal with coworkers and meet other team members you might not see regularly.
• Career Growth: We love to promote from within! Many of our team members have grown into new roles, and we have impressive longevity in our staff. Our CEO has been with us for over 40 years, and many others have been here for 10+ years.