Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (CADAC)

Job Description

Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (CADAC) | Not Specified

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Not Specified. The company offers therapeutic services to individuals navigating substance use and co-occurring disorders. This position is vital for delivering structured group counseling and essential emotional support within a compassionate clinical environment, directly impacting client recovery journeys.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Not Specified

• Team: Reports to the Clinical Director, no direct reports.
• Mission: Provide structured, therapeutic group services and emotional support to individuals navigating substance use and co-occurring disorders.
• Tech Stack: KIPU EHR, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint

What You’ll Actually Do
• Group Co-Facilitation: Assist the lead therapist in facilitating engaging group counseling sessions focused on recovery and treatment goals.
• Emotional Support: Provide empathetic listening and compassionate support to clients, encouraging active participation and trust-building among group members.
• Client Monitoring & Observation: Observe and monitor client behavior, interactions, and progress during sessions, documenting observations and communicating relevant clinical information.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with the lead therapist and broader clinical team, ensuring strict HIPAA compliance and participating in case reviews, team meetings, and supervision.
• Crisis Support: Assist in identifying early indicators of client distress, utilize de-escalation techniques, and immediately notify clinical staff when additional support is necessary.
• Records & Documentation: Complete all required group documentation, progress notes, and attendance records accurately within the electronic health record (EHR).

The Must-Haves
• Background: High school diploma or equivalent required, with a minimum of CADAC or higher licensure demonstrating core domain knowledge in substance use disorder treatment.
• Experience: Proficiency in documenting effectively within an electronic medical record system is required.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, knowledge of evidence-based practices for substance use disorder treatment (e.g., CBT, MET), ability to maintain strict confidentiality and comply fully with HIPAA regulations, and capability to remain calm, supportive, and effective during crisis situations.
• Bonus: 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with substance use disorders, and prior experience in group facilitation or therapeutic support.