Job description

Alcohol and Drug Counselor in The Dalles (2 positions available)

• Full time A/D Counselor - The Dalles (37.5hrs/week)
• Part Time A/D Counselor - The Dalles (7.5hrs/week) - non benefitted

CADC I salary range: $22.56 - $24.88 hourly

Do want to work in an environment where you make a difference? Come join us in the Columbia Gorge and earn experience working with a vulnerable population! This is an opportunity to work in community mental health, providing counseling services in an rural area. As an employer we promote self-care and recognize the impacts that has on job satisfaction.

Work in a meaningful 8:30-5:00 environment that serves our rural community and enjoy all the perks of Oregon and Washington in your free time!

Why work with MCCFL?

• $1500 Sign on Bonus for CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) position
• Loan Repayment Location - HRSA!
• Relocation Assistance to the Columbia Gorge
• Loan Repayment for Oregon Behavioral Health Workers! (QMHP, QMHA, CADC, CGAC, CRM, PSS, ) - Application through OHA deadline: January 3, 2023

Classification General Statement:

The Alcohol and Drug Counselor 1 provides professional substance abuse disorder evaluation, treatment, referral, and monitoring services. This position requires a CADC 1 (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor 1), and it provides services within the scope of that certification.

Job Specifications: Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position’s essential responsibilities is qualifying. This might typically include:

• Certification as CADC 1, OR
• Documented equivalence to CADC 1 certification standards (i.e. 1,000 hours supervised experience in substance abuse counseling, 150 contact hours of education and training in alcoholism and drug abuse related topics as required by ACCBO, and [if recovering] 2 years of sobriety) AND ability to achieve a passing score on the NCAC 1 national certification exam within 60 days of hire.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred and may be required for some positions.
• Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 181.536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 407-007-0200 to 407-007-0370.
• Must possess a valid Oregon or Washington Driver’s license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and be insurable for client service purposes and for travel between business offices, meetings and/or trainings. The successful applicant must be able to be approved to provide transportation for clients using Agency vehicles.

Essential Responsibilities of the Alcohol and Drug Counselor:

• Provide screening and assessment in the treatment of substance abuse disorders for youth. Evaluate and screen clients in accordance with procedures and policy guidelines; verify personal information and records; determine level of care, education and treatment. Make referrals as necessary.
• Provide individual, group and family therapy services as appropriate.
• Coordinate client placement into residential treatment and/or transitional housing as necessary.
• Performs joint case planning and coordination in substance abuse treatment and prevention issues with other community agencies such as schools; group homes; community corrections and detention facilities; community hospitals; and other Department of Human Services programs.
• Provide timely and accurate clinical documentation utilizing Agency clinical software system; this includes treatment records, service plans, progress notes and other required documentation. Maintain the integrity of the electronic records system within the scope of practice.
• Provide screening and participate in the treatment of mental health issues. Actively participate in joint case planning and coordination with internal multi-disciplinary team and agency psychiatrists.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Participate in all Children’s team and agency meetings as scheduled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.56 - $24.88 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Application Question(s):

• Are you a CADC-R (working towards a CADC-I)?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• previous work within the addiction field: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CADC I or ability to obtain within 2 months? (Required)

Work Location: In person

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