Substance Use Disorder Assessments and Intervention

The Ellis County Behavioral Health Department is seeking licensed chemical dependency counselors to complete substance use disorder assessments and intervention for the Ellis County Veteran's Treatment Court. The selected applicant will provide all necessary personnel, equipment, and services for the provision of substance use assessments and interventions. The contract will be for a maximum of one year with two 12-month options to extend. The applicant must have adequate financial resources, insurance, and legal authority to contract for and furnish the behavioral health assessments. The applicant must also have all appropriate and applicable facility, program, and individual licenses and credentials issued by Texas Health and Human Services. Some key responsibilities include: completing substance use assessments, providing written individual assessments, and scheduling services with veterans within 10 working days of receipt of referral. • Must have a licensed chemical dependency counselor (LCDC) or be an intern under direct supervision of a Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) • Must have at least one year of experience working with veterans • Must have at least 3 professional references • Must have NPI and capability of billing insurance, if applicable • Must provide 3 letters of recommendation