Licensed Addiction Counselor

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within Montana State Hospital.

The Licensed Addiction Counselor provides substance abuse counseling to the adult population at Montana State Hospital, including overseeing the individualized chemical dependency treatment plans, recommending and implementing therapeutic interventions and treatment approaches based on evaluation and assessment findings, maintaining clinical records, providing individual and group counseling, and monitoring progress, which may include discharge planning/placement and treatment plan production and coordination as needed.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Working knowledge of clinical treatment techniques for adult psychiatric clients including subgroups of patients with psychotic disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, substance abuse disorders, patients involved in the criminal justice system, and other mental health disorders.
• Understanding of individual and team approaches to treatment and therapy.
• Knowledge and application of professional and ethical standards of practice.
• Effective interviewing and information gathering techniques.
• Ability to effectively utilize knowledge and skills and apply them to practical assessment and treatment modalities for patients.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze, assemble and organize information.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

• Bachelor degree in a clinical, addictions counseling specific, treatment discipline. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Two years of experience providing therapeutic mental health care to seriously mentally ill individuals.
• Licensure as an Addictions Counselor (LAC) is required. Applicants with LAC Candidate licenses will also be considered.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

• Resume

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

Additional Information

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.