Addiction and Recovery Counselor I or II
Cascadia
- Portland, OR
- $21.02-24.36 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Conducting thorough Addiction Assessments to understand client needs.
- Integrating best practices such as Harm Reduction, Trauma Informed Care, and Motivational Interviewing into your daily work.
- Developing and implementing personalized service plans for clients.
- Coaching clients in setting and achieving their own goals.
- Evaluating and adjusting treatment plans to ensure their effectiveness.
- Facilitating both group and individual therapy sessions, relapse prevention plans, and family/support person sessions.
- Collaborating with internal and external resources to provide the best possible care.
- Assisting in crisis situations and supporting a Trauma Informed Care Environment.
- Addiction and Recovery Counselor I: Must be a CADC Registrant and obtain CADC within two years.
- Addiction and Recovery Counselor II: CADC-R and an Associate’s degree or certificate in Addictions programming, OR CADCI, or CADCII.
- Experience with clients involved in the Child Welfare System, gender-specific populations, and the criminal justice system preferred.
- Knowledge of strength-based case management, trauma-informed services, and recovery models.
- Proficiency in computer hardware and software, including Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
- Familiarity with DBT and Seeking Safety curriculum for men and women.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!
- Comprehensive Medical and Dental Coverage: Starting 1st of the month after 30 days of hire.
- 403(B) Retirement Savings: Up to 8% matching contribution.
- Wellness Benefits: Including Employee Assistance Program (EAP), bicycle reimbursement, and discounted fitness memberships.
- Supportive Environment: Participate in a Trauma Support Team and ongoing professional development.
- Outpatient clinic setting serving a diverse population with addiction issues.
- Dynamic and sometimes hectic work environment with potential interruptions.
- Universal Precautions and alertness to potential hazards are essential.
- Flexibility in handling unpredictable tasks and maintaining safety in potentially volatile situations.