Substance Abuse Counselor; CADC)

Position: Substance Abuse Counselor (CADC)
JOIN OUR TEAM AS A SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR / CERTIFIED ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELOR (CADC)!

Status:
Full-time

Your Work Matters How will you make a difference?

Are you a compassionate and skilled mental health professional looking to make a meaningful impact on individuals' emotional well-being? Your opportunity to shine is here at Ridgeview Institute Monroe!

As a Substance Abuse Counselor / Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), you will play a vital role in our mission to address the bio-psychosocial needs of our patients. This position involves performing social services functions and guiding patients in accessing treatment skills to achieve optimal emotional health. Your responsibilities will include offering basic consultation, delivering specialized clinical social work services, crisis intervention, and conducting short-term and long-term family therapy.

We are seeking a dedicated individual who can provide information and referrals as needed, contributing to the overall well-being of our patients and their families. If you are ready to bring your therapeutic expertise to a dynamic and caring team, join us at Ridgeview Institute Monroe, where your skills will be instrumental in helping individuals achieve their optimal level of emotional health.

Assessment Interview patients to obtain substance abuse history.

Document findings in the Dual Diagnosis portion of the integrated assessment within 72 hours of admission.

Document updates when there are significant changes in the patient's condition or readmission within the last 30 days.

Communicate findings in progress notes clearly, completely, and in a timely manner.

Treatment Plan Formulate a plan of care based on the interdisciplinary assessments within established hospital guidelines.

Ensure treatment plans include specific measurable goals/objectives/interventions and define actions unique to each patient's needs and personal goals.

Update and revise plans as goals are met or patients' condition changes.

Ensure documentation in progress notes are based on the treatment plan.

Communicate regularly and in a timely manner with relevant members of the treatment team.

Your Experience Matters

What we’re looking for:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in social work or related field preferred;
Master’s Degree preferred.

Experience:

Experience and expertise in dual diagnosis, 12-step programs, and substance abuse,License:
Must possess a substance abuse license/certificate as dictated by the State of Georgia or equivalent; a Master’s License in Social Work or Counseling preferred.

Your Care Matters What we provide for our team:401(k) + matching

Health insurance
100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary

Vision insurance

Dental insurance
100% company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance

Paid time offPaid Holidays Employee engagement events

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition program

Free parking

What sets us apart:

Career & training development opportunities

Dynamic and inclusive work environment

Engaged management team dedicated to your successA guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our northstar and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

Disclaimer: Select benefits are available to full-time positions only. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Ridgeview Institute Monroe.

Compensation:

This is a full-time role and the expected compensation range is $41,600 – $52,000 annually. We’re eager to speak with all qualified candidates, and we'll consider you based on experience and skill level. Join us as our Substance Abuse Counselor / Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)!

Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service Welcome to Ridgeview Institute Monroe (RIM), a leading mental health care hospital in Monroe, GA, dedicated to setting the standard for excellence in psychiatric treatment since 2017. Our hospital offers a full continuum of care, including specialized programs for adolescents, adults, and older adults, as well as a specialized women's program.

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