Are you looking for an exciting new venture that can truly make a difference in people's lives?

Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities is your place.

The Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities (MHID) is dedicated to helping the residents of Nueces County who are living with mental illness and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities. We serve over 10,000 people each year with psychiatric and behavioral health care outpatient services, counseling, training, employment assistance, housing support, homeless outreach, children's mental health care and more.

*This position will remain open until filled. Posted 12/31/2025

Salary/Exempt: $48,554.60 - $53,833.36

Full-Time, 40 Hour Work Week, Paid Bi-weekly

General Description

The Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) - TRA SUD Services is responsible for providing trauma-informed, evidence-based substance use disorder (SUD) treatment services to adults ages 18 and older. Works under the supervision of the TRR director. Moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position supports recovery-oriented care that addresses the complex needs of individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions. Services are delivered in accordance with Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) standards and agency policies, with a focus on improving client engagement, wellness, and recovery outcomes. Deliver individual and group counseling services to adults diagnosed with a substance use disorder, following HHSC-approved treatment models and trauma-informed principles. Requirements include completing screenings, biopsychosocial assessments, and clinical formulations that support accurate diagnosis and individualized treatment planning. Develop and update person-centered treatment plans that incorporate measurable goals related to recovery, wellness, and substance use reduction/abstinence. Facilitate psychoeducation, relapse prevention, and recovery support groups using evidence-based curricula. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team-including QMHPs, peer specialists, and prescribers-to ensure holistic care. Coordinate referrals for detoxification, residential treatment, medical services, housing, and other wraparound supports. Performs other related duties as required.

Maintain timely and complete clinical documentation in CMBHS or agency EHR, consistent with HHSC and Medicaid billing requirements. Support continuity of care through discharge planning and linkage to ongoing recovery supports, including peer recovery coaching or 12-step programs.

Participate in internal clinical supervision, HHSC trainings, and professional development activities as required. Adhere to state licensing requirements, ethical codes, and confidentiality laws (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA).

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) licensed to practice in the State of Texas.

Experience in chemical dependency counseling work. Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is generally preferred.

Preferred: Two years of work experience in rehabilitation services. Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• In the course of being employed, understands and implements trauma informed care practices.
• Knowledge of chemical dependency and alcoholism, addiction, co-dependency, and related disorders; counseling techniques; recovery processes; and the laws and regulations regarding the treatment of substance abusers.
• Skill in interviewing, in listening, in counseling clients and patients, and in the use of a computer and applicable software.
• Ability to screen and evaluate clients; to counsel and instruct clients; to plan, develop, and implement rehabilitative and chemical dependency treatment programs; to prepare reports; to communicate effectively; and to supervise the work of others.
• Knowledge of client care techniques, and of treatment, therapy and of developmental programs
• Ability to plan an individualized program of instruction with the client
• Ability to work with others and to gain and retain the confidence of persons being instructed, guided, or directed.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to formulate, organize, and implement a plan of action.
• Must have reliable transportation. May use personal vehicle to conduct business. Must have a valid driver's license at all times, liability insurance and a good driving record.

Student Loan Repayment

• MHID is a qualified employer for the PSLF program to repay student loans https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

Education

• MHID offers flex scheduling for educational assistance to full-time employees
• Free LPC-A supervision

We are a tobacco free workplace
EOE/AA

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters