Liberty Community Programs of West Virginia is part of a broader organization committed to offering evidence-based treatment, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented services to individuals facing substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health challenges. The organization emphasizes individualized treatment planning, integrated care (including outpatient, IOP, MAT), and collaborative team approaches.
Job Summary
The Licensed Clinician/Alcohol & Drug Counselor will provide professional clinical services to clients with substance use disorders (alcohol and other drugs) and often co-occurring mental health conditions. The role will include assessment, treatment planning, individual/group therapy, case management, documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to promote client recovery, wellness, and long-term stability.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients with alcohol and/or drug use disorders, including screening, intake, biopsychosocial evaluation, risk assessment, and identification of co-occurring mental health conditions.
- Develop individualized treatment plans, goals and objectives in collaboration with clients, aligning with evidence-based practices and program protocols.
- Provide individual counseling, group therapy, family support/education, relapse-prevention planning, and appropriate psychoeducation on addiction and recovery processes.
- Monitor and evaluate client progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, coordinate aftercare and follow-up services.
- Facilitate or support relapse prevention groups, life-skills development, coping-skills training, and recovery maintenance.
- Manage case coordination: liaise with internal staff (e.g., peer-support specialists, MAT providers) and external agencies (healthcare, social services, legal/probation) to ensure comprehensive care.
- Maintain accurate, timely, confidential documentation in compliance with agency policies, state/federal regulations (e.g., HIPAA), and quality assurance frameworks.
- Participate in team meetings, clinical supervision, staff trainings, professional development, and program evaluation/quality improvement activities.
- Provide advocacy and support for clients in accessing resources, benefits, housing, employment, community supports.
- Promote client-centered, culturally competent, trauma-informed care; support a recovery-oriented environment.
Requirements
- Master’s degree (preferred) in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services or a related behavioral health field. Bachelor’s degree may be acceptable depending on scope of role and certification/licensure.
- Current licensure in West Virginia as a clinician (for example, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or equivalent) as required by role.
- Certification or eligibility in West Virginia as an Alcohol & Drug Counselor (ADC) or Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (AADC) through the West Virginia Certification Board for Addiction & Prevention Professionals (WVCBAPP).
- Significant experience (e.g., 2+ years) providing addiction counseling, preferably in outpatient/IOP/residential SUD treatment settings; experience with co-occurring disorders is a plus.
- Demonstrated competency in individual and group therapy, treatment planning, case management, crisis intervention, documentation, and collaboration in multidisciplinary settings.
- Knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities (e.g., Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, relapse prevention, trauma‐informed care).
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, organization, and documentation skills; ability to engage clients in recovery, maintain boundaries, manage caseloads, work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Attributes
- Experience working in rural or underserved communities (West Virginia/mountain region) a plus.
- Prior work in integrated SUD and behavioral health care, including familiarity with MAT (medication assisted treatment) and co‐occurring conditions.
- Demonstrated commitment to recovery-oriented practice, peer involvement, and client empowerment.
- Flexibility, resilience, strong ethical standards and positive attitude toward teamwork and continuous improvement.
Certifications & Licensure (WV Specific)
- Active clinician license in WV (LPC, LCSW, etc.) if required for clinical role.
- Certified ADC or AADC via WVCBAPP—West Virginia’s credentialing body for alcohol and drug counselors.
- Must maintain continuing education and adhere to ethical and professional standards.
- Background check, drug screening, valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle (if travel is required) may be required.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
- Work is primarily in outpatient/IOP treatment setting, may include community-based outreach, occasional travel to partner agencies.
- Some evening or weekend hours may be required depending on program schedule.
- Frequent interaction with clients experiencing high stress, crisis, relapse; ability to de-escalate and respond appropriately is required.
- Standard office/computer work (documentation in EHR), plus direct clinical interaction.
Benefits
Compensation & Benefits
- Compensation will be commensurate with education, licensure, certification, and experience.
- Benefits may include health insurance, dental/vision, retirement 401(k) matching, paid time off, continuing education support, supervision and professional development (consistent with other postings at the organization).