Dually Licensed SUD Counselor / Mental Health Therapist

Location: Faribault, MN

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Days and Weekend Coverage with potential evening responsibilities as needed

Work Location: In-Person

Salary: $66,000 annually

About Midwest Recovery

Midwest Recovery is a growing behavioral health organization dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment for individuals experiencing substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. We are seeking a Dually Licensed Substance Use Disorder Counselor and Mental Health Therapist to join our residential treatment team and provide clinical services within our Minnesota 245G and ASAM Level 3.1 residential treatment program.

This position is ideal for a clinician who is passionate about integrated care, recovery support, and helping clients achieve long-term wellness in a structured, trauma-informed environment.

Position Summary

The Dually Licensed SUD Counselor / Mental Health Therapist provides individual counseling, group therapy, mental health services, treatment planning, and clinical support for individuals with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. The clinician will work collaboratively with the treatment team to ensure high-quality care, regulatory compliance, and positive client outcomes.

Essential Responsibilities

Clinical Services

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy services within the scope of licensure.
• Deliver substance use disorder counseling and mental health therapy services for clients with co-occurring disorders.
• Facilitate psychoeducational groups focused on recovery, relapse prevention, coping skills, emotional regulation, life skills, and mental health symptom management.
• Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, de-escalation support, and referrals when appropriate.
• Monitor client progress and collaborate with the treatment team regarding treatment recommendations and care coordination.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete assessments, treatment plans, treatment plan reviews, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other required clinical documentation.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in compliance with Minnesota 245G regulations, HIPAA requirements, professional licensing standards, and agency policies.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, supervision, staff meetings, and required training.

Residential Treatment Support

• Provide weekend clinical coverage to support client programming and continuity of care.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and recovery-oriented treatment environment.
• Collaborate with residential staff and leadership to support client success and program operations.

Qualifications

Required

• Meet Minnesota 245G counselor qualification requirements.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Strong clinical documentation and communication skills.
• Successful completion of Minnesota DHS background study.

Preferred

• Active Minnesota LADC license or eligibility.
• Active Minnesota mental health professional license, including:
• LPCC
• LICSW
• LMFT
• LP
• Other qualifying mental health professional licensure
• Dual licensure in both Substance Use Disorder Counseling and Mental Health Therapy strongly preferred.
• Experience working with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders.
• Experience in residential treatment, ASAM Level 3.1 or 3.5 programming, crisis intervention, and group facilitation.

Professional Expectations

• Maintain professional boundaries and ethical standards.
• Follow all confidentiality, HIPAA, mandatory reporting, and client rights requirements.
• Adhere to agency policies, licensing regulations, and professional standards of practice.
• Complete all required orientation, annual training, supervision, and continuing education requirements.

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees may receive:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Midwest Recovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of diverse communities.