Substance Abuse Counselor - CADC or CAADC

About the role

To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by being an effective team member. This member of the ACT multidisciplinary team has the responsibility to carry out treatment, rehabilitation and support functions, education, and provide crisis intervention to participants and support and consultation to families.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the client-centered comprehensive assessment of psychiatric history (e.g., onset, course and effect of illness, past treatment and responses, and risk behaviors), mental status, and diagnosis; physical health and dental health; use of drugs or alcohol; education and employment; social development and functioning; activities of daily living (e.g., self-care, living situation, nutrition, money-management); and family structure and relationships.
• Conduct comprehensive substance use disorder assessments as indicated.
• Consult with community agencies and families to maintain coordination in the treatment process.
• Document client progress to maintain a permanent record of client activity according to established methods and procedures.

Requirements

• B.A or M.A. degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services/Social Sciences, Healthcare or related field.
• CADC or another addiction certification/license required.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Must be available or scheduled emergency on-call service and will be required to carry a mobile phone during regularly scheduled working hours and scheduled on-call service as essential personnel may be required to report to work during emergencies including inclement weather.