Chemical Dependency Counselor (CADC I or II)

Lutheran Community Services Northwest•Portland, OR

1d•$25 - $38

About The Position

The Chemical Dependency Counselor (CADC I or II) functions as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide low-barrier, culturally sensitive substance use disorder (SUD) treatment services to individuals. Services are often directed to support specific populations such as refugee, immigrant, BIPOC and other traditionally marginalized communities in the Washington and Multnomah County area and focuses on supporting clients to overcome cultural, linguistic, socioeconomic, and societal barriers in order to gain access to needed behavioral health services with particular focus on substance use disorder/addictions, education and prevention. Focus on evidence-based service delivery, while remaining trauma-informed and working through a culturally responsive lens.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Certified Alcohol and Drug counselor CADC I or CADC II (or national equivalency NCAC I/II)
Excellent communication skills with the ability to read, write, and speak in English.
Standard LCSNW criminal clearance, including national sex offender, ORCHARDS, SAM/OIG.

Nice To Haves

Differential pay offered for proficiency, and ability to provide services in a language other than English

Responsibilities

Direct services include: screenings and/or assessments in accordance with ASAM and DSM-5TR guidelines to achieve or rule out a substance use diagnosis and inform on treatment plans.
Formulate individualized, goal focused, and collaborative treatment plans for individuals enrolled in services.
Facilitate group therapy, individual counseling, case management and referrals as needed.
Complete clinical documentation with a focus on timeliness and accurately in order to identify client progress, demonstrate the benefit of services to the individuals served and capture information according to internal policies, regulating agencies and payor’s standards.
Work collaboratively and effectively as part of a diverse team to promote the shared values of Health, Justice and Hope, for the clients, their communities, and LCSNW.
Work to support your clients in navigating a network of internal and external partners, including referral sources, criminal justice involved, DHS/child welfare, payors, and other community based agencies while maintaining HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 guidelines.
Maintain clinical certifications/licenses in accordance with ethical, professional, and educational standards. It is expected that the incumbent be proficient in applicable and updated/relevant counseling theories and modalities.
Maintains an effective case load while meeting utilization goals.

Benefits

A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance coverage at no cost to you
Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked)
Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked)
12 paid agency recognized holidays
2 floating holidays to use your way
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies)
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status