CCBHC Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CADC)

Metropolitan Family Services • Merrionette Park, IL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Metropolitan Family Services is hiring a CCBHC Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CADC) at its Merrionette Park office. The counselor provides substance use disorder assessment, treatment, crisis support, case management, and care coordination in accordance with Illinois CCBHC standards. The role works with clients and families and collaborates with the CCBHC treatment team and external providers to support recovery and continuity of care. The average starting salary is $58,000–$65,000 annually, based on skills and experience. First-time MFS employees are eligible for a $2,500 sign-on bonus, paid as $1,250 on the first paycheck and $1,250 after six months of employment.

Requirements

• Current Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Counselor (CADC) credential in good standing with the Illinois Certification Board.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 2,000 to 4,000 hours of supervised work experience in an addictions setting, depending on degree level.
• Proficiency using Electronic Health Records.
• Knowledge of ASAM criteria for substance use disorder triage.
• Satisfactorily pass all relevant screenings and background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science field, strongly preferred to meet MHP/QMHP status.
• Certified Reciprocal Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Counselor (CRADC).
• 6,000 hours of supervised work, with reduced hours for a college degree.
• Specialized training in services for adolescents/families (30 hours) and women/families (30 hours).
• Passing the IC&RC Alcohol and Drug Counseling (ADC) examination.
• Certified Advanced Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Counselor (CAADC).
• Master’s degree or higher in a behavioral science field with clinical application, such as Counseling, Social Work, or Psychology.
• 180 hours of addiction-specific education, including 45-hour concentrations in adolescent/family and women/family services.
• 2,000 hours of supervised clinical experience post-master’s.
• Passing the IC&RC Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (AADC) examination.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
• Experience serving Veterans and their families.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments to diagnose substance use disorders, evaluate readiness for treatment, and determine the appropriate ASAM level of care.
• Facilitate intensive outpatient and outpatient individual, group, and family counseling using evidence-based approaches such as Motivational Interviewing and CBT.
• Educate clients and families about addiction, treatment options, and recovery strategies.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans that integrate physical and mental health goals in accordance with Illinois CCBHC standards.
• Coordinate with medical staff to support clients receiving medications for Opioid Use Disorder and other FDA-approved treatments.
• Provide immediate support and de-escalation for clients experiencing overdose risk or acute withdrawal.
• Provide case management and aftercare planning to support long-term recovery.
• Collaborate with the CCBHC treatment team, external providers, courts, and probation officers to support continuity of care.
• Maintain timely and accurate electronic health records in compliance with 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA standards.
• Work effectively with diverse staff and service populations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Metropolitan Family Services contributions to HSA accounts of $2,000 for individual coverage and $4,000 for family coverage, prorated to the benefits start date.
• Free General Medicine and Behavioral Health Teladoc services for all team members.
• Ascensus 401K plan with a 4% employer match, vested at 100% on the first day of eligibility.
• $2,500 sign-on bonus for first-time MFS employees, paid in two installments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED