Certified Addiction Counselor (1418 Site)

PRESTIGE HEALTHCARE RESOURCES INC • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC) provides direct substance use disorder (SUD) treatment services through group and individual counseling, psychoeducation, and care planning. Utilizing a person-centered, trauma-informed approach, the counselor supports clients in achieving sobriety and wellness goals. The role includes assessment, treatment planning, documentation, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in behavioral healthfield.
• DC licensure: CACI or CAC II
• 2+ years SUD counseling experience preferred.
• Familiarity with ASAM criteria and evidence-based modalities.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, Adobe) and various business software.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.A.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a caseload as assigned and in accordance with COMAR and CARF regulations.
• Ensures incoming clients have a complete psychosocial history and comprehensive assessment and interpretative summary within 5 days of admission.
• Completes, with team participation, a Preliminary Treatment Plan within 3 days of admission.
• Prepares, with team and client participation, a Comprehensive Treatment Plan for all patients within30 daysof admission.
• Completes a Treatment Plan Update every30 days following the completion of the Comprehensive Treatment Plan.
• Prepares an aftercare plan for all patients completing the program or being discharged for other reasons.
• Provides follow-up care and contact with each discharged patient.
• Provides individual addiction counseling according to the Comprehensive Treatment Plan.
• Provides coordination of care o fHealth Home services according to the Treatment Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees