What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LADC) position at New Freedom?
New Freedom, Inc. is seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) to join our supportive adult substance use disorder treatment program on a part-time basis, with the opportunity to transition to full-time in the future if interested.
Our small, close-knit program serves up to 23 clients, allowing counselors to truly know the individuals they serve and make a meaningful impact. We are looking for someone who values person-centered care, teamwork, professional autonomy, and helping people create lasting change in their lives.
The LADC will provide trauma-informed, evidence-based treatment within our Minnesota 245G-licensed program, with primary responsibilities including individual and group counseling, treatment planning, clinical documentation, and coordination of care.
Responsibilities Include:
- Provide individual and group substance use disorder counseling
- Develop, review, and update individualized treatment plans using a strengths-based, person-centered approach
- Provide evidence-based, trauma-informed interventions consistent with Minnesota 245G requirements
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment strategies as clinically appropriate
- Coordinate with community providers and other professionals to support continuity of care
- Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with 245G, HIPAA, billing, and organizational requirements
- Participate in clinical supervision, case consultation, treatment team meetings, and quality-improvement activities
- Maintain positive professional relationships and appropriate boundaries with clients and colleagues
- Contribute to a respectful, supportive, and recovery-focused treatment environment
Required Qualifications:
- Current Minnesota Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) license
- Meets applicable Minnesota 245G counselor qualification and supervision requirements
- Experience providing substance use disorder and/or behavioral health treatment
- Knowledge of 245G clinical documentation and service-delivery requirements
- Strong counseling, documentation, organization, and communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Commitment to ethical, person-centered, and trauma-informed care
Why Join New Freedom?
At New Freedom, we believe effective treatment begins with seeing the person—not simply the diagnosis. As a smaller program, we offer something that can be difficult to find in a larger organization: the opportunity to build meaningful therapeutic relationships, have a voice within the program, and see the direct impact of your work.
We understand that the right counselor may already have professional or personal commitments, and we welcome applicants seeking a rewarding part-time opportunity where their experience, ideas, and contributions are genuinely valued.
Rise to New Freedom. Join a mission-driven organization where your work matters and where you can make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals, families, and our community.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $35