BJC Independence Center - Licensed Clinical Co-Occurring Counselor

BJC HealthCare

Saint Louis, MO Posted 5/13/2025 Full Time
Additional Information About the Role

Independence Center (IC) is an internationally recognized, community-based behavioral health organization for adults in St Louis living with a mental illness. Our mission is to provide all the services and resources a person living with a serious and persistent mental illness needs, to manage their symptoms, find belonging and purpose, and gain the independence to live a healthy, quality life. Since 1981, IC has offered a comprehensive system of programs and services including housing, case management, psychiatric care, employment and vocational support, wellness and social opportunities. Our programs create a restorative environment that includes the support of others who are in recovery and access to targeted resources that equip them to initiate and sustain the healthy behaviors necessary to live and work independently in the community. If, like us, you believe that every person has the right to a meaningful, caring and challenging community, then we have a career for you at Independence Center.

This role is with the integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders (ITCD) team as a dedicated specialist working with clients who have both substance use disorders and other mental health diagnoses. In this role, you'll be part of a dynamic, supportive team that values collaboration through regular multi-disciplinary meetings to provide coordinated care. You'll receive training in Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, and other evidenced based modalities to provide the most effective care. You’ll be trained in the integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders (ITCD) model, equipping you with the protocols needed to provide integrated care and documentation.

  • Masters Degree Required
  • LCSW OR LPC Required
  • 2 years of experience working with clients that suffer from Substance Use Disorders
  • Shift information: 8 AM-4 PM Monday – Friday
  • Clients: People with severe mental illness and a substance use disorder
  • Location: Onsite at the Independence Center AND community based – working in the communities with clients
  • Job responsibilities: Annual assessments, ITCD documentation including assessment for alcohol and drug use and response to treatment

Overview

BJC Behavioral Health is a community health center that provides and coordinates behavioral health services for more than 8,000 seriously mentally ill adults and seriously emotionally disturbed children in St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. Franois, Iron and Washington counties. As an Administrative Agent of the Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH), BJC Behavioral Health serves as a major point of entry for people eligible for mental health services funded by DMH and is responsible for serving as gatekeeper to the public mental health system.


Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Responsible for providing ongoing treatment to persons identified with Co-Occurring Disorders. Maintain fidelity standards for Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment program.

Responsibilities

  • Clinical supervision for IDDT team members to receive CCDP certification from Missouri Certification Board.
  • Plans and conducts Individual Sessions, Group Education and Group Counseling in accordance with IDDT fidelity standards.
  • Completes Co-Occurring Evaluations in accordance with IDDT fidelity standards.
  • Reviews, signs and contributes to co-occurring people’s treatment plan.
  • Maintain and monitor fidelity to the Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment program.

    • Minimum Requirements

    Education

  • Master's Degree

    • Experience

  • 2-5 years

    • Supervisor Experience

  • No Experience

    • Licenses & Certifications

  • Valid Driver's License

    • Preferred Requirements

    Experience

  • 5-10 years

    • Supervisor Experience

  • < 2 years

    • Licenses & Certifications

  • Cert Co-Occurring Disorders
  • LCSW or LPC

    • Benefits and Legal Statement

    BJC Total Rewards

    At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

    • Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
    • Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
    • Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
    • 401(k) plan with BJC match
    • Tuition Assistance available on first day
    • BJC Institute for Learning and Development
    • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
    • Adoption assistance

    To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits

    *Not all benefits apply to all jobs

    The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

    JOB LOCATION:
    Saint Louis, MO 63190
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