Certified Substance Abuse Counselor

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
• 9 AM
Typical end time :
• 5 AM
• 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 :

Work Location : In person