Peer Specialist HWH

Peer Specialist HWH JOB TYPE: Full Time LOCATION: Mens Half Way House REPORTS TO: Director of Behavioral Health SALARY RANGE: $17.15 - $23.15 Any individual who receives an offer of employment or will receive a payroll check are required to submit to a drug and alcohol test as a condition of obtaining employment. Mille Lacs Band Member/American Indian preference applies SUMMARY: The SUD Counselor is responsible for providing chemical abuse counseling for the recovery of alcoholics and other chemically abusive persons. QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s degree in counseling, SUD, social work, psychology or similar field is required. • Current LADC licensure or UMICAD Counselor Certification is required. • Minimum of two (2) to five (5) years of experience in SUD treatment, counseling, and/or assessment. • Considerable knowledge of the disease concept and addictions. • Familiarity with the philosophy of White Bison Wellbriety and Alcoholics Anonymous. • Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and Band rules, regulations, and policies. • Knowledge of the resources available inside and outside the Band that can be used in the treatment of alcoholics and other drug users. • Understanding of non-traditional treatment modalities. • Familiarity with and sensitivity to culture and tradition of the Mille Lacs Band. • Commitment to multi-cultural programming. • Ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality with respect to clients to maintain integrity of program. • Ability to communicate effectively with others. • Ability to write effectively. • Basic computer skills, including Windows and Word. • Many chemically abusive people relate better to a counselor that is in recovery and can act as a role model in successful recovery of an addiction. Therefore, while not mandatory that the incumbent be in recovery; consideration will be given to incumbent personal history. If in recovery, a minimum of 2 years of documented sobriety is required at time of hire and must be able to pass a background check. • Must have current driver’s license, reliable personal transportation, have proof of current insurance coverage. Must also be insurable under the Band’s Auto Insurance Policy. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provide SUD counseling, treatment, and aftercare planning utilizing a variety of modalities for individuals, families and groups. • Coordinate educational programs for the SUD outpatient CD treatment program. • Facilitate adult groups. • Recruit Band Elders to serve in mentor role for those in outpatient treatment programs. • Network with other tribal and county human services organizations. • Transport clients as necessary. • Maintain appropriate records of treatment and referrals for clients. • Complete comprehensive assessments for clients. • Conduct SUD program orientation sessions. • Meet with clients, both individually and in groups, and with their families to provide family counseling and education. • Assist clients as necessary and appropriate while in treatment and recovery. • Provide liaison between CD SUD staff and other HHS professionals. • Participate in discharge planning for clients. • Maintain confidentiality of all program participants per United States Code (42 CFR Part 2). WORKING CONDITIONS: • Nature of work is such that incumbent experiences infrequent periods of moderate to high stress levels while dealing with clients, family members, and others. • Work is almost exclusively in doors in a controlled climate area. • Little threat of personal danger or risk, although working with certain patients may subject incumbent to periods of moderate to high stress levels. • Hours are typically 8-5, but may also need to work a 1-9 p.m. schedule. Extra hours and weekend work may also be required. May also require occasional "on call' availability to cover emergency situations. • Will involve working with many different people who are often distressed in some way. • Local travel is required, travel outside the state is very limited. Submit resume, cover letter, and employment application to: Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Employment Coordinator 43408 Oodena Dr. Onamia, MN 56359 Fax: (320) 532-7492 Email: hr@millelacsband.com Download ApplicationPosted Nov 7th, 2025 Closes Nov 22nd, 2025