Certified Substance Abuse Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

The 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