Substance Use Disorder Counselor at Y-Haven (SUD Counselor I, II, and III)
About The Position
Y-Haven provides temporary housing and drug and alcohol treatment to adults in Cuyahoga County who are most in need. Formed in 1993 by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland, Y-Haven has helped thousands recover from addiction, secure permanent housing, and re-build their lives. Y-Haven offers healing and hope. Looking for meaningful clinical work without mobile case management or constant travel? Join a structured residential treatment program where all clients live on-site. As a Substance Use Disorder Counselor, this position combines clinical counseling, residential treatment group facilitation, and in-house case management within a trauma-informed, structured clinical environment. You will work within an interdisciplinary team using evidence-based practices to help adults presenting with complex co-occurring substance use, mental health, and medical needs. We intentionally hire clinicians as Substance Use Disorder Counselors, into a structured career ladder designed to support long-term professional growth. Placements are based on education, experience, and licensure.
Requirements
- Active CDCA (renewed) or higher licensure required based on case counselor level I, II, or III. A Preliminary CDCA is not sufficient.
- 1 to 3 years of experience working with substance use disorders preferred.
- Ability to facilitate residential and outpatient treatment groups.
- Strong documentation and communication skills.
- CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days of hire.
- Must be free from sanctions or exclusions from the OIG and the State of Ohio Department of Medicaid.
- Commitment to the YMCA mission and values.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual substance use disorder counseling.
- Facilitate residential, outpatient, and intensive outpatient treatment groups.
- Deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions.
- Provide comprehensive in-house case management (no community transport required).
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in electronic medical records.
- Collaborate in treatment planning, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Execute advanced responsibilities like diagnostic assessments, mentoring, and supervision support (for Level III candidates).
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision, paid vacation, and an Employee Assistance Plan.
- Tuition Assistance of $4,000 per year is also available for full-time employees having met eligibility criteria.
- 10% retirement contribution paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland.
- Free membership to your local YMCA and discounts on YMCA programs, including 50% childcare discount for full-time employees.
- Additional employee discounts at many places in and around town, just for being a YMCA of Greater Cleveland employee.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
