Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Job overview

The Alcohol and Drug Counselor role is onsite in Magdalena, NM. Compensation is not specified as a numeric amount; the posting lists pay grades based on degree and licensure. The position is in the Alamo Navajo School Board’s Behavioral Health Services division. The counselor develops and delivers substance-use treatment and prevention services for adult clients, including assessment, counseling, referrals, and continuing care. Coordination with clients, families, referral sources, and providers supports recovery and access to related services.

What you'll do

• Conduct intake screening, assessment, treatment planning, and outpatient treatment for adult clients
• coordinate day-to-day substance abuse treatment services with the supervisor
• serve as referral contact and maintain communication with referral sources
• prepare reports for referring agencies in compliance with confidentiality requirements
• provide individual, family, and group counseling
• collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to identify recovery resources
• refer clients to residential treatment and assist with intake and discharge
• coordinate follow-up and continuing care, including counseling and case management
• maintain client records and required reports
• assist with community substance abuse education and prevention programs
• maintain counselor licensure and professional standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

alcohol and drug counselor

magdalena nm

behavioral health services

substance use treatment

individual counseling

family counseling

group counseling

adult clients

treatment planning

continuing care

new mexico ladac

navajo language a plus

tribal preference stated

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

12-month full-time position; Monday–Wednesday 8 AM–5 PM, Thursday 8 AM–7 PM, and Friday 8 AM–3 PM; relevant degree and one year of substance abuse treatment experience required; New Mexico LADAC licensure required within one year of hire; Navajo language fluency is an additional consideration; documented tribal membership receives preferential consideration as stated.

About the employer

Alamo Navajo School Board is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.