Chemical Dependency Counselor (CADC I or II)

WHAT WE WILL DO FOR YOU

We provide resources, tools, and care that allow you to focus on what matters most: delivering Health, Justice, and Hope to the communities we serve.

We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

The Chemical Dependency Counselor (CADC I or II) functions as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide low-barrier, culturally sensitive substance use disorder (SUD) treatment services to individuals.

• Screenings and/or assessments in accordance with ASAM and DSM-5TR guidelines to achieve or rule out a substance use diagnosis and inform on treatment plans.
• Formulate individualized, goal focused, and collaborative treatment plans for individuals enrolled in services.
• Facilitate group therapy, individual counseling, case management and referrals as needed.
• Complete clinical documentation with a focus on timeliness and accuracy to identify client progress, demonstrate the benefit of services to the individuals served, and capture information according to internal policies, regulatory agencies, and payor's standards.
• Work collaboratively and effectively as part of a diverse team to promote the shared values of Health, Justice and Hope, for the clients, their communities, and LCSNW.
• Support your clients in navigating a network of internal and external partners, including referral sources, criminal justice involved, DHS/child welfare, payors, and other community based agencies while maintaining HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 guidelines.

Maintain clinical certifications/licenses in accordance with ethical, professional, and educational standards.

It is expected that the incumbent be proficient in applicable and updated/relevant counseling theories and modalities.

Maintains an effective case load while meeting utilization goals.

HOW YOU WILL BE A GREAT FIT

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Alcohol and Drug counselor CADC I or CADC II (or national equivalency NCAC I/II).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to read, write, and speak in English.
• Differential pay offered for proficiency, and ability to provide services in a language other than English.

Standard LCSNW criminal clearance, including national sex offender, ORCHARDS, SAM/OIG.