Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) Swing Shift - RE039

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW • OR

131d • $22 - $30

About The Position

The Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) position at NARA Northwest is a full-time role located in Portland, OR. This in-person position requires working from Tuesday to Saturday, 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with occasional evenings, weekends, holidays, and attendance at outside events. The primary duties include conducting intake assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing counseling to clients with substance use disorders. The role emphasizes a trauma-informed approach and strong client engagement skills.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification required.
• At least one year paid experience as a chemical dependency counselor.
• Must possess a CADC I (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) and be knowledgeable regarding Oregon Administrative Rules, 42 CFR Pt. 2, HIPAA.
• Demonstrate therapeutic empathy for substance use disordered individuals and an understanding of the disease concept of alcohol/drug addiction.
• Possess a working knowledge of the DSM 5 and ASAM Patient Placement of care criteria.
• Current driver’s license with a clean driving record, and proof of auto insurance.
• Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
• Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with Native American/Alaska Native community.

Responsibilities

• Provide screening, evaluation, referrals, and complete assessments for all potential clients as assigned.
• Develop, implement and document individualized comprehensive treatment plans per State/Federal requirements for all clients assigned to caseload.
• Provide a minimum of weekly one-to-one, 1-hour counseling sessions for each assigned client.
• Refer assigned clients to family counseling, gambling services, life is sacred services, and mental health sessions when appropriate.
• Prepare and facilitate group sessions as assigned, as well as submitting timely documentation.
• Complete discharge and aftercare plans on all clients assigned to caseload prior to discharge from outpatient treatment and send discharge summaries to referring agency within three working days after client’s discharge.
• Supervise attendance of weekly scheduled self-help groups and/or all activities specific to treatment plan for each client through documentation and review of attendance.
• Maintain all client records in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
• Assist with ongoing audits of all client files, assuring that they all follow State and Federal regulations.

Benefits

• 14 Paid Holidays including New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and December 25th.
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente.
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time.
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days).
• $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D.
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Health Spending Account.
• 401(k) with 4% Match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days).
• Referral Program (Up to $1000 Dollars).
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees