CADC - Counselor

Description

Are you ready to positively influence lives? 

Help introduce people to the recovery lifestyle as they move through the stages of change in their addiction.

You will have in person contact and be able to see personal growth and positive life transformations.

Our positions are eligible for a generous benefits program including medical, dental, life, short and long term disability insurance, 401(k) with 4% employer matching, and up to 4 weeks paid time off in the first year. Employees also receive priority consideration for career advancement opportunities as well as professional development training and support.

We are hiring Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselors to join our outpatient treatment team in Portland! Our Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselors perform the following essential functions:

• Provide clinical services to individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders as indicated on the individual's treatment plan.
• Conduct substance use treatment intakes and assessments, and determine medical necessity for substance use treatment including screening for detoxification needs, providing diagnostic evaluation of substance use disorders, and evaluating placement within ASAM criteria.

Requirements:

• CADC-R, I, II, & III certifications accepted.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A two year degree or significant coursework towards a two year degree program in an addictions-related field.
• Minimum of 6 months related clinical experience in A&D or related allied health field as a member of a clinical work team responsible for patient care.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Attain CADC-R status within 30 days of hire (if not already in possession of CADC-R or higher)
• Must continually be working toward CADC-1 certification and receive certification within 2 years of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to acquire within 90 days of hire.
• Crisis Prevention certification (such as CPI) within 90 days of hire.
• A valid Oregon or Washington driver’s license.

Salary : $21 - $22