Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor, Sober Living Coordinator

Job Title: Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor, Sober Living Coordinator

Department: Social Services

Reports to: Family Services Manager

FLSA Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Opens: September 29, 2025

Closes: Until filled

Salary: GS 7/8 DOE

The Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor I (CADC-I) is responsible for providing culturally responsive prevention, treatment, and recovery services within the Tribal community. This position requires knowledge of prevention frameworks, evidence-based strategies, and best practices in substance use treatment. The Counselor will collaborate with Tribal programs, the Tribal community, and local partners to develop and implement alcohol and drug programs. Additionally, this position will oversee the operation of the sober living program, coordinate and supervise peer support specialists, provide training, and deliver case management and recovery-focused activities to clients.

• Conduct assessments, capacity building, planning, and evaluation for clients.
• Provide prevention education, information, and evidence-based presentations to the community using established prevention frameworks.
• Facilitate alcohol and drug groups for adults and youth using evidence-based curricula.
• Collaborate with Tribal programs and community partners to design outreach activities and ensure services integrate cultural and/or Tribal best practices.
• Implement and manage program projects, including monitoring budgets, program evaluation, and compliance with grant reporting requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services, ensuring data collection, reporting, and quality improvement measures are met for ongoing grant allocations.
• Track and monitor client data to support individualized care and program accountability.
• Attend and participate in required training, orientations, and regional meetings (in-person or virtual).
• Develop comprehensive, client-centered care plans that reflect Tribal culture and values.
• Deliver person-centered care by establishing supportive protocols and collaborative relationships with clients and service providers.
• Utilize Tribal newsletters and social media to communicate program updates and outcomes to the community.
• Partner with the Family Services Manager to develop programming for the sober living program.
• Provide client navigation services, including development of individualized healing and self-sufficiency plans, and meet regularly with clients to track progress toward goals.
• Participate as part of a team in addressing and resolving issues that arise within the sober living program.
• Provide direct supervision, training, and support to peer support specialists.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Minimum:
  Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor I (CADC-I) certification.
• At least one (1) year of relevant experience in alcohol and drug prevention or treatment is preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered if they demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Knowledge of:
  • MHACBO Code of Ethics, Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs), HIPPA Compliance, and applicable state/federal regulations governing alcohol and drug counseling and recovery services.
  • Principles of substance use treatment and prevention.
  • Coalition building, planning, and community development.
  • Program evaluation, systems development, and community organization.
  • Peer support services and training practices.
• Experience developing policies, procedures, and programming for sober living or recovery housing preferred.

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across Tribal programs and community organizations.
• Proficiency in community engagement, facilitation, convening, and network building.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and report data for system planning, program evaluation, and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and training…