CCBHC Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CADC)

Metropolitan Family Services • Merrionette Park, IL

13d • $58,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Metropolitan Family Services is hiring a CCBHC Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor at its Merrionette Park office. The role supports clients with substance use disorders through assessment, counseling, treatment planning, crisis support, and coordinated recovery services in accordance with Illinois CCBHC standards. The position works with clients, families, medical staff, the CCBHC treatment team, external providers, courts, and probation officers. The average starting salary is $58,000–$65,000 annually, based on skill and experience. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is offered to first-time MFS employees, 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 in using Electronic Health Records.
• Knowledge of ASAM criteria for substance use disorder triage.
• 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, reduced with 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 ability.
• Experience serving Veterans and their families.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments to diagnose substance use disorders, evaluate treatment readiness, and determine the appropriate ASAM level of care.
• Facilitate intensive outpatient and outpatient individual, group, and family counseling using evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing and CBT.
• Educate clients and families about addiction, treatment options, and recovery strategies.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans integrating 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 crisis support and de-escalation for clients experiencing overdose risk or acute withdrawal.
• Provide case management and aftercare planning to support long-term recovery.
• Coordinate care with the CCBHC treatment team, external providers, courts, and probation officers.
• 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.
• Employer contributions of $2,000 to individual and $4,000 to family HSA accounts, prorated to benefits start date.
• Free General Medicine and Behavioral Health Teladoc services for 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
• Education Level: High school or GED