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Job description
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC)
Help Adolescents Build a New Legacy
At Clearfork Academy , we provide high-quality substance abuse and mental health treatment for adolescents and young adults across a full continuum of care. We are looking for a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) who is compassionate, dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to providing ethical, consistent, and professional care.
This position is a great fit for someone who values structure, clear expectations, accuracy, and established clinical practices , while also enjoying the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with clients and help them make lasting changes.
What You'll Do
Provide individual, group, and family counseling for clients with substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions
Provide professional and ethical addiction and mental health services within the scope of your LCDC license
Facilitate psychoeducational, process, and recovery-focused groups
Lead recovery groups incorporating concepts from AA, NA, and CR
Provide education on substance use, recovery, relapse prevention, and healthy decision-making
Conduct assessments, consultations, and appropriate crisis interventions
Follow Clearfork Academy's clinical programming, including The Clearfork Way
Participate in weekly treatment team meetings and collaborate with medical, administrative, billing, and recovery staff
Maintain accurate, objective, and timely documentation in the EHR
Complete progress notes, case notes, treatment documentation, discharge reports, and other required clinical records
Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with applicable state and federal regulations
Participate in alumni events, graduation ceremonies, and experiential activities as needed
Present ideas for improving behavioral health services and clinical protocols
Stay current on substance use treatment practices, regulations, and evidence-based interventions
Complete required agency training and continuing education
Perform other duties as assigned
What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?
You may be a great fit if you:
Are dependable, punctual, and conscientious
Appreciate clear policies, procedures, expectations, and structure
Take pride in accurate documentation and thorough follow-through
Are comfortable working within established clinical and regulatory guidelines
Pay attention to details and routinely double-check your work
Communicate in a professional, factual, and respectful manner
Build strong relationships with clients while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
Can remain calm and composed when working with challenging situations or multiple stressors
Are comfortable working independently once trained and familiar with the role
Know when to seek guidance when faced with unfamiliar or high-risk situations
Prefer thoughtful, consistent decision-making rather than reacting impulsively
Are open to learning new approaches and finding ways to improve established processes
Understand the importance of consistency, accountability, and ethical care
Have a genuine desire to help adolescents and young adults build a healthier future
What We're Looking For
Current Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) credential as defined by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
Associate degree in a related field preferred
1-3 years of experience in mental health, substance use treatment, or a related field preferred
Current CPR/First Aid certification
Knowledge of substance use disorders, addiction, recovery, and relapse prevention
Understanding of behavioral health treatment and evidence-based interventions
Knowledge of social learning theory and behavior management principles
Understanding of adolescent and young adult development
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
Ability to work independently with limited supervision after appropriate training
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and standard computer systems
Ability to maintain composure in stressful or potentially volatile situations
Strong commitment to ethics, professionalism, diversity, and continuing education
Why Clearfork Academy?
Meaningful work helping adolescents and young adults overcome substance use challenges
A structured, professional clinical environment
Opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary treatment team
Clear expectations, established clinical processes, and supportive leadership
Opportunities to develop your clinical knowledge and skills
The opportunity to contribute ideas and improve treatment services
A mission-driven organization focused on helping young people create a healthier future
About the Environment
Clearfork Academy serves adolescents and young adults with substance use disorders, with or without co-occurring psychiatric conditions , across residential, PHP, IOP, and outpatient levels of care.
This position requires someone who can maintain professionalism, focus, and accuracy in a fast-paced treatment environment. The role may involve extended periods of sitting or standing and occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds.
Employees may have contact with water, body fluids, and hazardous chemicals and must follow OSHA standards and universal precautions at all times.
Our Mission
Leading Adolescents to a New Legacy.
If you are a dependable and detail-oriented LCDC who values structure, clinical standards, meaningful relationships, and helping young people build a better future, we would love to hear from you.
Clearfork Academy
Leading Adolescents to a New Legacy
EEOC Statement
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a), prohibiting discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibiting discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
Worksite address
cleburne, TX, 76031, US
Who can apply
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