Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (LADAC)

Job overview

The Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (LADAC) role is onsite in Albuquerque, NM. Compensation is not specified. State of the Heart Recovery provides trauma-informed, person-centered behavioral health services to adults experiencing substance use and co-occurring disorders. The counselor supports client stabilization, engagement, and long-term wellness through assessments, individualized treatment planning, and evidence-based counseling. The role also maintains clinical documentation and regulatory compliance, coordinates referrals, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team.

What you'll do

• Conduct intake, diagnostic, GPRA, ASAM, and psychosocial assessments
• develop and update individualized treatment plans
• provide individual and group counseling using CBT, MI, CRA, psychoeducation, and relapse-prevention approaches
• document clinical services and submit reports on time
• comply with confidentiality, ethical, and regulatory requirements
• support crisis response according to training and protocols
• coordinate referrals
• maintain licensure and continuing education
• attend trainings, meetings, supervision, chart reviews, and case consultations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

licensed alcohol and drug abuse counselor

ladac

substance use disorders

co-occurring disorders

individual counseling

group counseling

trauma-informed care

evidence-based practice

albuquerque nm

state of the heart recovery

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision plan
• paid time off and select holidays
• family and medical leave.

Why this role

Trauma-informed, person-centered care; interdisciplinary clinical collaboration; Matrix Model instruction and ongoing professional development.

About the employer

State of the Heart Recovery is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.