CADC - Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor

Recovery Works NW•Portland, OR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We have changed thousands of lives through our outpatient clinics over the last nine years. We are a no-judgment, harm-reduction, down-to-earth organization specializing in addiction treatment and we are growing rapidly in hopes to make an even bigger difference within our community. Come join our awesome crew of change makers!

Requirements

Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor Certification (CADC I, CADC II, CADC III) or CADC-R Or national equivalency (NCAC I, NCAC II, NCAC III etc.)
Always maintain a professional demeanor
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and utilization of various counseling theories/modalities
Proficient in communication, verbal, written, and nonverbal
Respond with a high degree of accuracy
Ability to maintain knowledge base of relevant and local recovery resources and services
Ability to work both independently and as a functional member of a team
Ability to complete work thoroughly, with attention to detail, and to meet deadlines.
Ability to understand and operate within the relevant Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs)
Effective facilitation of captivating and therapeutic group therapy

Responsibilities

Work with patients individually and in a group setting
Attend and participate in relevant team and staff meetings
Conduct multidimensional alcohol and drug assessments to identify patients’ needs, risks, strengths, and resources in accordance with ASAM guidelines
Create and maintain individualized treatment plans with progress notes and update the plan as necessary
Communicate with community partners and referring agencies in a timely manner.
Enhance patient/client motivation and coping with substance use issues through evidenced based interventions
Serve as primary counselor for individuals on a maintained caseload across various programs (MAT, DUII, IOP, OP etc.)
Be available and on time for all scheduled shifts, counseling appointments, and may need to offer support as needed for patients, family and staff as needed
Maintain relevant credentials and qualifications
Support patients and clients in various stages of change
Presence at alternate sites or locations as necessary for training, teambuilding, or to offer support for prearranged coverage

Benefits

PTO (earned on an accrual basis with increases at one year and every 5 years thereafter)
Sick Time (40 hours annually)
Paid Holidays (Outpatient) / Time and a Half Holiday Pay (Detox)
401k and up to 3% match after 3 months of employment
Up to $400 per year for approved CEUs
All required licensure/certification costs for position paid for by the company
Three medical insurance plan options
Dental insurance 100% paid by the company
Life insurance 100% paid for by the company
HSA, Medical FSA, and Dependent Care FSA available
Access to supplemental accident, critical illness, and additional life insurance coverage