Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor CADC

Title: Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Location: Outpatient Expansion 355 NW Division St. Gresham OR 97030

Schedule: This is an inperson position Monday through Friday 8:30am 5:00pm

Wage Range: $22.60 $30.60 hourly NonExempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselorlooking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact we want to hear from you!

At NARA Northwest youll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether youre passionate about healthcare behavioral health education or social services theres a place for you to make a meaningful difference.

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education physical mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians Alaska Natives and anyone in need.

About the Company:

At NARA NW we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities helping individuals lead healthier more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programsincluding medical and dental care addiction treatment housing assistance and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement all while making a tangible positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview:

Primary duties of the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) includeworking closely with clients to complete intake assessments and to provide guidance for appropriate treatment plans. Must be an advocate for excellent client care. Must have strong client engagement skills be highly collaborative with the treatment team and compassionate towards individuals with substance use disorders.

What you will do:

• Provide screening evaluation referrals and complete assessments for all potential clients as assigned.
• Develop implement and document individualized comprehensive treatment plan per State/Federal requirements for all clients assigned to caseload.
• Provide a minimum of weekly one to one counseling sessions for each assigned client.
• Prepare and facilitate group sessions as assigned as well as submit timely documentation.
• Complete discharge and aftercare plan on all clients assigned to caseload prior to discharge from outpatient treatment and send discharge summaries to referring agency within three working days after clients discharge.
• Supervise attendance of weekly scheduled selfhelp groups and/or all activities specific to treatment plan for each client through documentation and review of attendance

We would like to hear from people that have:

• Either High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) certification required.
• Must possess a CADC I (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) through MHACBOand be thoroughly knowledgeable regarding Oregon Administrative Rules 42 CFR Pt. 2 HIPPA.
• At least one year paid experience as a chemical dependency counselor.
• Candidates must demonstrate therapeutic empathy for substance use disordered individuals and an understanding of the disease concept of alcohol/drug addiction.
• Possess a working knowledge of the DSM 5 and ASAM Patient Placement of care criteria and demonstrate knowledge of the concept of selfhelp and community involved treatment and other support programs.
• Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community is considered a plus.
• Ability to pass a preemployment or for cause drug testscriminal background and DMV checks.

Whats in it for you

14 Paid Holidays: New Years Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Presidents Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Battle of Little Big Horn Independence Day Labor Day Native American Day Indigenous Peoples Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving day after Thanksgiving and December 25^th!

Benefits:Employees working 20 hours or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

• Affordable Medical Dental and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and LongTerm Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4 Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
• Referral Program (Up to $1000 Dollars)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit FQHC

How to apply:

1. To Quick Apply go to Careers NARA NW
2. Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional) thats all!
3. Feel free to contact if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use use and prescription drug abuse both on and off the job. In addition all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming discussing or promoting the use of alcohol on the job on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NWs sobriety policy all employees volunteers interns and contractors as applicable are required to sign a DrugFree/AlcoholFree Workplace Certification Form and NARA NW Modeling Sobriety Policy Form as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an allinclusive list of all the responsibilities skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the positions activities and requirements the agency reserves the right to modify add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 US Code Sections 472 and 473. NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.