[Hiring] Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor @Navita Health

Role Description

The Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC + LPC, LPCC, LIMFT, LISW) is a part of the Clinical Assessor and Quality Team. This is a Contractor, 1099 role. The LICDC is responsible for conducting Biopsychosocial assessments and evaluations for individuals experiencing substance use disorders. This role involves utilizing clinical expertise to identify client needs, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide recommendations for appropriate care. The LICDC Assessor collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic, client-centered treatment approaches.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Assessment: Conduct in-depth clinical assessments to evaluate the nature and severity of substance use and co-occurring disorders. Utilize structured interviews, evidence-based tools, and collateral information to inform diagnosis and care planning.
• Diagnostic Evaluation: Apply current diagnostic criteria (e.g., DSM-5) to identify substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions, ensuring clinical accuracy and compliance with professional standards.
• Treatment Planning: Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment outcomes, client history, and presenting needs. Collaborate with internal and external providers to create integrated care strategies. During quarterly treatment plan reviews, 1:1 counseling, assess client progress and current clinical diagnosis to determine the appropriate point for initiating discharge planning. Identify and document readiness for discharge, anticipated supports, and continued care needs to ensure a smooth transition from services.
• Documentation and Compliance: Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential clinical documentation, including assessments, diagnostic impressions, treatment recommendations, and progress notes, in accordance with organizational, legal, and ethical guidelines. Report any necessary compliance concerns for all service lines to the Navita Quality department.
• Client Counseling and Engagement: Provide brief interventions, psychoeducation, and motivational support to clients and families during the assessment process. Support clients in understanding substance use, treatment options, and recovery pathways.
• Referral and Coordination: Provide referrals to appropriate services including medical care, mental health treatment, detoxification, peer support, and community-based resources. Communicate effectively with care teams to support continuity of care.
• Professional Development: Stay current on emerging trends, best practices, and regulatory changes in the fields of addiction counseling and behavioral health through ongoing education and training.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted LICDC license (or equivalent) as required by state regulations, in OH.
• A Master’s degree or higher that meets the behavioral science degree requirements or Nursing degree from an accredited school or university. Master’s degree in nursing, counseling, psychology, social work, or a related behavioral health field.
• Demonstrated experience in substance use assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning preferred.
• Preference given to those clinicians with experience working with Peer Supporters and/or Supervisory credential to oversee Peer Supporters.
• Strong understanding of addiction, behavioral health disorders, and treatment modalities.
• Proficiency in clinical documentation and diagnostic assessment tools.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• LICDC + Co-occurring license as a LMFT, LSW, LPCC, LPCC-S.

Working Conditions

• Contractor position, remote, work from home. Must be located in Ohio.
• May require flexible scheduling to accommodate client needs, including occasional evenings or weekends.