Addiction Counselor - CAADC

Keystone Retreat Behavioral Health; Ephrata (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Quarterly bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Keystone Retreat Behavioral Health in Ephrata, PA is seeking an Addiction Counselor (CAADC) to lead structured group therapy, provide substance use counseling, psychoeducation, and clinical support. The role focuses on facilitating engaging groups, supporting treatment goals, and helping clients build skills for long‑term recovery.

You will collaborate with the clinical team, coordinate with case management, and document in the EMR while maintaining client-centered care.

Qualifications

• CAADC license is required at minimum.
• LSW/LAPC/LPC/LCSW or equivalent licensure preferred.
• Experience facilitating groups in behavioral health or substance use settings.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate structured therapeutic, psychoeducational, and substance use recovery groups.
• Lead discussions on coping skills, relapse prevention, emotional regulation, and recovery planning.
• Engage clients in skill-building activities aligned with treatment goals.
• Provide addiction counseling support within scope of practice.
• Assist with case coordination, discharge planning, and treatment team collaboration.
• Maintain timely documentation in the EMR.
• Support a safe, respectful group environment.
• Collaborate with clinical team to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

CAADC license

Group facilitation

Documentation

Relapse prevention

Education

Clinical licensure (LSW/LAPC/LPC/LCSW)

Tools

CPR/First Aid

Job description

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Addiction Counselor - CAADC

Full Time Clinical Ephrata, PA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1372

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $74,000.00 Annually

Please note: Although our facility name reflects the location’s history, we are a separate organization and are not affiliated with any previous entities that operated at this site.

RETENTION BONUS: $5,000 after being employed for 6 months.

We’re seeking a Addiction Counselor who is passionate about supporting clients through structured group programming, substance use counseling, psychoeducation, and clinical support. This role is focused on leading engaging groups, supporting treatment goals, and helping clients build the skills needed for long-term recovery.

What You’ll Do

• Facilitate structured therapeutic, psychoeducational, and substance use recovery groups
• Lead meaningful discussions focused on coping skills, relapse prevention, emotional regulation, life skills, and recovery planning
• Engage clients in skill-building activities that support treatment goals and continued progress
• Provide addiction counseling support within your scope of practice
• Assist with case coordination, client support, discharge planning, and treatment team collaboration as needed
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the EMR
• Support a safe, respectful, and clinically appropriate group environment
• Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure continuity of care and client-centered treatment

What You’ll Bring

• Active CAADC required at minimum
• LSW, LAPC, LPC, LCSW, or other applicable clinical licensure preferred
• Experience facilitating groups in a behavioral health, substance use, or dual-diagnosis setting
• Strong understanding of addiction recovery, relapse prevention, and co-occurring mental health needs
• Strong group facilitation, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to manage group dynamics while keeping clients engaged and supported
• CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Reasonable caseloads and dedicated documentation time
• Autonomy to use your preferred modalities
• Quarterly bonus opportunities, up to 10%
• Retention bonus paid at 90 days and 6 months
• Supportive, multidisciplinary team
• Supervisors who can help support your career goals
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance eligibility after 60 days
• 401(k) with 3% company match
• PTO, holiday, and sick time
• Free daily meal from our on-site kitchen!