Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (COPSD) Uvalde/Medina

Description

At Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Center our vision is to empower people, foster hope,
support choice, and celebrate success.

**HILL COUNTRY MHDD CENTERS IS OFFERING A $2,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR ALL FULL-TIME, NEW HIRE EMPLOYEES**

Help us help others:

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) of Co-occurring Psychiatric and Substance Use Disorder (COPSD) .The LCDC is responsible for providing services and supports to individuals with co-occurring needs to assist the individual in reaching their vision of recovery. The LCDC will assess the individual’s strength and needs and in collaboration with the individual develop a person-centered recovery plan. Services are targeted to deter the need for crisis that result in emergency placement in Medical or Behavioral Health Facilities or in the Court and Jail system.  The LCDC is responsible for scheduling and carrying out individual and group services and case management. LCDC may also provide services as an Outpatient Counselor under the guidelines described in the DSHS/HHSC Program Requirements.

You will get to:

• Ensure that everyone admitted to outpatient services is appropriate and has written justification to support the admission.
• Ensure treatment includes individual treatment planning based on a comprehensive assessment, educational and process groups and individual counseling. Services are provided in a licensed facility.
• Ensure that clients are referred for Recovery Support Services (Recovery Checkups, Life Skills Classes, and Recovery Coaching) as needed.
• Complete screenings, assessments, and treatment planning and engage clients in ongoing treatment
• Utilize peers as much as possible in supporting and coaching clients in their recovery.
• Ensure that treatment plans are person directed and include strategies for recovery. 

6. Ensure that treatment plans are person directed and include strategies for recovery. 

Qualifications

You’ll definitely need:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year university in social, behavioral or human services, or another qualified program.
• Must have a current Texas state issued LCDC License or be positioned to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
• At least two years of experience in the Mental Health and Substance Abuse field
• A valid Texas State Driver’s License.
• Current automobile insurance and the ability to travel when necessary.

We’ll also want you to:

• Identify gaps in processes and work closely with other departments for process improvement
• Demonstrated ability to listen skillfully and collect relevant information 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate and encourage others
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Comfortable working with technology and can easily navigate new technology platforms
• Efficiently move through a to-do list and effectively prioritize and triage competing demands
• Passion for connecting individuals and families with excellent care
• Can successfully work remote
• Sustain a calm demeanor when under pressure to handle sometimes difficult situations.
• Provide exemplary customer service and care to your team.
• Work autonomously to complete assignments. 
• Work cooperatively with others and be punctual and consistent in attendance because your people will rely on you!

We’re excited to provide:

• PPO health insurance plan, with option to add dependents.
• PPO dental plans and vision insurance options for healthy teeth and eyes.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options with company matching (457) to build retirement savings so you can retire someday.
• Generous paid time off for fun and vacations and paid sick time for when you’re under the weather.
• Authentic and caring environment where folks care about each other.

We can pay you:

$45,420 annually and benefits plus good karma for doing good in the world.