Addiction Mental Health Assessor conducts initial and ongoing assessments of patients in Alcohol and Drug (AoD) addiction programs to determine mental health needs and establish care requirements. Provides initial treatment and refers clients to appropriate agencies/providers as needed. Being an Addiction Mental Health Assessor works with patients and families to develop appropriate chemical dependency service plans. Complies with standards in the area of evaluation, assessment, treatment, and service delivery to clients. Additionally, Addiction Mental Health Assessor requires certification as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) or similar. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. May require a state license to practice. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Addiction Mental Health Assessor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
LICENSED ADDICTION COUNSELOR
Looking for a career that makes a difference in the lives of others, offering hope, meaningful life choices, and better outcomes?
Who we are
Since 1971 Western Montana Mental Health Center (WMMHC) has been the center of community partnership in the 15 counties we serve across western Montana. We have committed to providing whole-person, person-centered care by ensuring an approach to health care that emphasizes recovery, wellness, trauma-informed care, and physical-behavioral health integration. We know the work we do is important and makes a significant impact in the lives of our clients and in our communities.
Working at WMMHC also gives you the opportunity to work under the Big Sky, giving you the adventure of a life time while serving your community and changing lives. We offer a work life balance so you still have time to discover all the natural beauty and recreational dreams that Montana has to offer while still engaging in a career path that is challenging and fulfilling.
If you want to join our team where community is at the heart of what we do, then you’ve come to the right place!
Job Summary:
Come join our diverse clinical team as a Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC) in a thriving community behavioral health setting. We are seeking dedicated, creative LAC’s with a passionate focus on substance use disorder treatment, as well as co-occurring mental health disorders.
At WMMHC, our treatment is guided by a core philosophy: Treat to Outcome, which means that we are committed to positive treatment outcomes for our clients throughout the entire recovery process. We provide therapeutic services across the ASAM continuum of care, from in-patient and residential services to a variety of outpatient programs.
Grounded in the belief that positive outcomes are the result of whole-person care, our therapists work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team consisting of other clinicians, primary care doctors and nurses, medication management providers, care coordinators, treatment technicians, and aftercare specialists. This team approach provides clients with a breadth of services throughout their treatment experience, while also providing a cooperative and supportive environment for all team members. Our goal is always to provide the best possible behavioral health services to the community while creating a healthy, fulfilling, and enjoyable atmosphere for our staff.
Depending on program requirements, the WMMHC LAC may have the opportunity to work both in-person and remote positions. The LAC’s primary responsibilities may include diagnostic assessments, individual and group therapy, crisis counseling, treatment planning, progress monitoring, maintaining clinical documentation and coordinating with a variety of support services provided through WMMHC and other community partners.
Current openings in Kalispell, Missoula, Hamilton,
Candidate License - $19.55 - $23.00
Licensed - $23.00 - $30.42
Qualifications
Benefits:
We know that whole-person care is not just important for our clients, but recognize it’s just as important for our employees. WMMHC has worked hard to provide a benefits package that encompasses that same concept. Our comprehensive benefits package focuses on the health, security, and growth of our employees. Benefit offerings will vary based upon full time, part time, or variable status.
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