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Certified Substance Abuse Counselor

Certified Substance Abuse Counselor

Citywide Health CorporationPikesville, MD, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

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

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