The Native American Community Clinic (NACC) is seeking a full-time Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC or UMICAD) to join our Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) Program. This position is based in our daily dosing clinic and medical clinics where we provide buprenorphine using a Harm Reduction, Medication First model.If you’re passionate about helping people move toward healing and recovery, this role is a chance to make an impact in the Native community of Minneapolis.At NACC, you’ll find a mission-driven workplace, a supportive team, and a place where your voice and values matter. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assessments

• Conduct Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) assessments for clients in both daily dosing and office-based MOUD programs
• Identify barriers and strengths using culturally responsive, trauma-informed tools
• Build connection through empathy, active listening, and respect for each client’s lived experience

Treatment Planning and Coordination

• Develop individualized, strengths-based treatment plans in collaboration with medical and behavioral health staff
• Coordinate care across disciplines and agencies to ensure wraparound support for each client
• Help clients navigate healthcare systems, housing resources, and recovery supports
• Provide advocacy, linkage, and follow-up with a whole-person approach

Counseling and Client Engagement

• Offer brief interventions and supportive counseling
• Motivate clients to engage in services, set goals, and define their own path to recovery
• Work closely with providers to ensure patients feel seen, respected, and supported throughout their treatment journey

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain timely and accurate clinical records, including assessments, progress notes, and treatment plans
• Uphold NACC documentation standards and regulatory compliance

Cultural Competence and Community Connection

• Approach all work with deep respect for Native American traditions, family structures, and historical trauma
• Support traditional healing and community-based recovery strategies
• Stay grounded in cultural humility, recognizing that healing happens in relationship, not just in systems

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required: LADC or UMICAD licensure
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health, counseling, social work, or related field
• 1–2 years of experience in substance use disorder treatment, SBIRT, or counseling
• Experience working in Native or other culturally diverse communities preferred
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices in substance use treatment
• Ability to work well as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Deep empathy, cultural humility, and a nonjudgmental approach to client care

WHY WORK AT NACC?

• Make a meaningful difference in a mission-driven, community-centered clinic
• Work with a dedicated, and supportive team
• Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends or holidays
• Benefits, including:
• Competitive salary: $60,000–$71,000/year
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 11 Paid holidays and 20 + days of PTO per year

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $71,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• substance abuse: 2 years (Preferred)
• SBIRT: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LADC or UMICAD (Preferred)

Work Location: In person