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Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor I

Mayo Clinic logoMayo Clinic$27.99–$41.98/hrFull timePosted 1d ago
  • BLS
  • Driver's license
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How this pay compares

This posting states $27.99–$41.98 an hour. Open substance abuse counselor jobs in Minnesota post a median of $31.97 an hour, the middle half $29.44–$34.72, across 6 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Substance abuse counselors employed in Minnesota earn a median of $28.26 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

The Counselor is accountable for providing patients and their families with the accurate diagnosis, appropriate assessment, therapy, counseling, and assistance; maintaining good relationships with patients, patients' families, medical staff, and other personnel within the medical complex and with outside organizations with whom the counselor is in contact; maintaining confidentiality of patient information; establishing an effective working relationship with other treatment team members; accurate documentation in the progress notes and treatment plan.

*This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship / we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited school or educational program required. Counselors providing adolescent services and family counselors must meet training requirements or training will be provided. Knowledge of substance use disorder and 12 Step recovery philosophies. Experience providing counseling services to patients preferred.

Licensure or Certification

  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) in State of Minnesota is required.
  • Fountain Centers requires current driver’s license, but Mayo Clinic Rochester does not.
  • Fountain Centers staff must be able to complete and pass BLS and First aid training within 90 days of hire.

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

  • Medical: Multiple plan options.
  • Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
  • Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
  • Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
  • Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

From Mayo Clinic's job posting for Faribault, MN, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit academic medical center with major campuses in Rochester, Minnesota, Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona, and Jacksonville, Florida. Its Mayo Clinic Health System runs hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin.

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