Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

POSITION SUMMARY

The purpose of your job position is to assist in the implementation and evaluation of the Behavioral and Counseling treatment plans as they meet the needs of the residents care plan in accordance with current federal, state and local standards that govern the facility, and as assigned by the Program Director.

The Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) provide direct counseling and support services to individuals experiencing substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. This role supports treatment planning, facilitates group counseling sessions, and assists clients in achieving recovery and long-term wellness goals.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, motivated, and experienced in addiction treatment, with strong clinical and interpersonal skills to support clients in a structured behavioral health environment.

• Plan, coordinate, implement and revise specific group content.
• Develop specific lesson plans for Specialty Groups and maintain a library of lesson plans and Resource material.
• Offer/monitor groups and Supervised Outings as assigned.
• Attend Shift reports daily and disseminate information as appropriate.
• Complete attendance documentation daily including and complete progress documentation in PCC.
• Complete assigned daily/weekly/monthly documentation as required/assigned.
• Complete Program Daily Charting and submit a form to the Program Director daily.
• Complete Quarterly Summary (when needed)/update care plan interventions as needed. Attend IDSM Meetings to discuss resident progress on assigned caseloads.
• Facilitate psycho educational and process groups focused on recovery and relapse prevention
• Assist in the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans
• Support clients in developing coping skills, recovery tools, and life skills
• Conduct screenings, assessments, and ongoing client evaluations
• Provide relapse prevention education and recovery planning
• Complete BIR as required/document incident and submit BIR to Nursing. Update 24-hour log as needed.
• Provide/document behavioral counseling to clients as a follow up to incidents, issues, and concerns.
• Provide 1-1 counseling as requested/assigned.
• Provide assistance in crisis counseling and assist in Code Green situations as a trained member of PRO-ACT Team.
• Complete SOC 341 Mandated Abuse reporting as required.
• Other duties as assigned in the Program.

• Build supportive therapeutic relationships with clients
• Assist clients in crisis situations using approved de-escalation techniques
• Encourage engagement in treatment programs and recovery activities
• Promote a safe, structured, and recovery-oriented environment

• Understands and follows Safety and Sanitation rules including reporting any communicable diseases.
• Follow all COVID-19 precautions, disinfectant procedures and social distancing protocols.
• Enforce all protocols with residents in the facility.

• Promptly reports any known or suspected violations to the Supervisor.
• Adheres to facility Dress Code.
• Complete clinical documentation accurately and within required timelines
• Maintain progress notes, treatment plans, and case documentation in EHR systems
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, licensing standards, and facility policies
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards at all times

• Attends and participates in orientation and all facilities/programs in service training as directed. (Minimum of 52 weekly hours of in service per year)
• Work closely with counselors, managers, nurses, and medical staff
• Participate in…