Substance Use Counselor

Downtown Portland Comprehensive Treatment Center • Portland, OR

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program seeking a Substance Use Counselor with CADC-R, CADC I, CADC II, or CADC III certification. This full-time position offers early morning hours (Monday - Friday, 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM), providing a great work/life balance. The role is part of Downtown Portland Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), a leading provider of medication-assisted treatment, where the counseling team offers compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Requirements

• HS graduate or equivalent required
• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.
• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
• Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.
• Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).
• Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
• Oregon CADC R or higher (CADC I, CADC II, CADC III) is required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in social or health services field
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery.
• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
• Initial assessments as well as follow up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed.

Benefits

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)
• Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED