Certified Substance Abuse Counselor

Job Description

Job DescriptionThe CADC is responsible for providing confidential addiction counseling, education, and support to individuals one on one or in a group setting and to engage the community by promoting healthy lifestyles and healthy choices.

Responsibilities:

• Provide initial assessments and drug screenings
• knowledge of drugs and withdrawal signs and symptoms
• Referral to the appropriate level of care
• Provide drug and alcohol counseling and support to individuals
• Accept referrals from agencies, individuals, and families in the community and collaborate for individualized care
• Maintain accurate, compliant client records according to policy and procedures
• Understanding of strict confidentiality guidelines regarding client care

Duties:

• Assist individuals in identifying their need for treatment
• Understand the levels of care and necessary interventions for safety
• Collaborate with the treatment team
• Assist clients in meeting all requirements of their care
• Develop and maintain open communication will all facility staff.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment program and communicate needs, progress, and barriers
• Willing participant in agency and community committees

Must have proficient knowledge of the following:

• The cause and effect of drugs and alcohol Needs and risk assessment Family dynamics
• Impact of Trauma Crisis Management Case Management Individual, group, and crisis counseling methods
• Cultural competency
• Understanding of possible withdrawal and having a sense of urgency when referring to a higher level of care.

Must demonstrate the following skills:

• CPR/First Aid
• Crisis intervention
• Strategic planning skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills Conflict Resolution Skills
• Effective counseling skills Effective written/oral communication skills
• Report writing skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work closely with the treatment team, including housing staff, in a positive, respectful manner.
• ability to work independently and finish tasks
• Must prove efficiency in the interview and have an understanding of company culture

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: From $23.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• Substance Abuse Counseling: 2 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Shifts:

• Morning (Preferred)

Working Days:

• Monday (Preferred)
• Tuesday (Preferred)
• Wednesday (Preferred)
• Thursday (Preferred)
• Friday (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Typical start time:

• 9 AM

Typical end time:

• 5 AM

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction

This Job Is:

• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume or who have been out of the workforce for the past six months or more
• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply

Company's website:

• www.citywidebh.com

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: In person