Residential Substance Use Counselor (CADC I or II)

Willamette Family•Eugene, OR

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Willamette Family is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Residential Substance Use Counselor to provide addiction treatment to individuals in its residential program. The counselor delivers evidence-based, individualized treatment services in a supportive 24/7 residential environment at Willamette Family’s Women’s Residential Treatment Program. The role involves working respectfully with clients from diverse backgrounds, maintaining confidentiality, and contributing to a trauma-responsive and inclusive environment. The counselor provides client education, resources, culturally appropriate substance use services, assessments, progress discussions, and individualized plans and goals. The position also includes maintaining case-management information and educational group notes, coordinating care with staff and community partners, supporting clients with problem-solving and coping strategies, and assisting with crisis intervention and safety planning, including support for clients’ children as needed. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Compensation is $26.57 per hour. Willamette Family is a longstanding substance use treatment and behavioral healthcare provider and was recently accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA), which noted that it meets or exceeds national standards for excellence in behavioral healthcare.

Requirements

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC II or above), or a bachelor’s degree with CADC I and active progress toward CADC II certification within 6–12 months.
A CADC-R is acceptable if the candidate has a bachelor’s degree and is actively working toward CADC-I.
Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
Maintain ethical professional boundaries and model effective communication and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to manage multiple activities and tasks during work hours.
Remain open-minded and adaptable to departmental and organizational changes.
Former clients must wait 12 months before applying for employment, effective 03/28/2025.

Nice To Haves

Ability to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA).

Responsibilities

Provide educational information, resources, and culturally appropriate substance use services to clients.
Conduct assessments and discuss client progress.
Create and update individualized client plans and goals.
Maintain client case-management information and educational group notes according to organizational policies.
Coordinate client care with Willamette Family staff and community partners.
Model professional communication and foster a supportive environment.
Engage clients in problem-solving and coping strategies.
Assist with crisis intervention and safety planning, and support clients and their children as needed.
Maintain confidentiality and contribute to a trauma-responsive, inclusive environment while treating clients with dignity and respect.