Licensed Alcohol Drug Counselor (LADC)

Company: Estates At Chateau
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: April 4, 2025

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARYThe Licensed Alcohol Drug Counselor (LADC) shall have the responsibility for planning and coordinating theactivities of the client program, cooperating with other program components in striving to ensure quality of care.Advises the administrator in matters dealing with the management, funding, budget, and personnel practicesrelating to the Client program.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESTreatment of Residents and Coordination of Care Managing all aspects of a case from date of admission to date of discharge. Evaluating patients' physical and mental behaviors. Creation and monitoring of individualized treatment plans and treatment plan reviews containing clientsgoals, activities, and objectives of client care in a timely and professional manner. Facilitating individual and group therapy sessions. Monitoring patients over time to assess treatment progress. Identifying behaviors that interfere with treatment and recovery. Assisting primary caregivers to manage addiction-related behavior. Screens referrals for appropriateness for chemical dependency unit. Ensures payment from insurances and clients through procentive billing process.Promotes and Establishes Healthy Relationships and Uses Professional Conduct with Supervisors, otherHealthcare Professionals, Residents, Visitors, and Co-Workers Arrives at work area on time and ready to begin work. Is able to prioritize and be organized and efficientwhen interacting and communicating. Follows policy on absenteeism, tardiness, and call-ins as outlined in Personnel Policy Manual. Follows dress code, wears name tag, and limits personal phone calls. Is courteous and cooperative with residents, families, visitors, supervisors and co-workers. Maintains resident confidentiality at all times. Understands the need for complete privacy of all healthcare data. Abides by and promotes the Continuous Quality Improvement Program of Monarch HealthcareManagement.Maintain Current Levels of Education and Facilitate the Implementation of New Policies and Procedures withthe Facility Attends continuing education/in-services pertinent to your department. Attends meetings as directed to include department director meetings, Quality Assurance meetings, etc. Attends educational programs on Continuous Quality Improvement, customer satisfaction and other suchprograms. Further completes audits as designated. Maintains current knowledge of Minnesota Department of Health regulations. Maintains and applies knowledge of current policies and procedures as outlined by Monarch HealthcareManagement. Is knowledgeable of and abides by the importance of the Residents Bill of Rights.QUALIFICATIONSRequired Experience/Education Must currently be licensed as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor in the State of Minnesota. At least one year of experience treating individuals with substance abuse, or one year of work experiencein the management or administration of direct service of individuals with substance abuse.Preferred Experience/Education Experience in long-term care.Required Skills and Abilities Knowledge of community organizations relating to and working with substance abuse/dependency. Knowledge of current laws, public policy, and trends in the industry regarding alcohol and drug abuseand its treatment. Strong skills in communication, organization, management, and leadership. Must be able to work with or without supervision and be a team player. Ability to clearly speak and proficiently read and write in English. Ability to take direction and follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Must qualify for employment, after criminal background check, per guidelines of the MinnesotaDepartment of Human Services.#MHMEACby Jobble

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