Addiction Counselor - CADC Required

Lincoln Recovery; Ephrata, Northern (Lancaster County, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunshine Behavioral Health is seeking an Addiction Counselor (CADC required) to join our expanding team at Keystone Retreat Behavioral Health in Ephrata, PA. The role focuses on assessment, treatment planning, and counseling for individuals with substance use disorders, with collaboration across the care team.

You will develop treatment plans, lead individual and group sessions, and assist with discharge planning while maintaining thorough EMR records and supporting client recovery throughout

Qualifications

• Possess experience and/or education in chemical and alcohol dependency and abuse.
• Possess experience and/or education in crisis management.
• Ability to use motivational interviewing to reinforce client’s power to make change.
• Possess knowledge of HIPAA.
• Demonstrate skills from assessment to discharge planning to meet client needs.
• Work well in team and individually with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and adjust AOD treatment plans with clients and families.
• Lead individual and group therapy sessions and document in EMR.
• Provide referrals and collaborate with therapists for recovery support.
• Create discharge plans with clients and families.
• Record health information in EMR and ensure thorough documentation.
• Assist with case management and FMLA/STD processes as needed.
• Collaborate with care team and participate in trainings.

Skills

Motivational interviewing

Crisis management

HIPAA knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Boundaries

Cultural awareness

CBT/DBT

Education

CADC Certification

Job description

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Addiction Counselor - CADC Required

Full Time Clinical Raymond, IL, US

Salary Range: $26.00 To $31.00 Hourly

About us:

At Sunshine Behavioral Health, we believe real change starts with connection. Everyone deserves support, hope, and the chance to move forward.

We're not just a treatment center, we're a team of people who care deeply about walking alongside those navigating substance use and mental health challenges. Helping someone believe in themselves again, that's what this work is about. And we've been fortunate to witness that kind of transformation time and time again.

Our team shows up every day with purpose. We're here for the tough moments and the quiet wins. We fight for people until they're strong enough to fight for themselves.

If you're someone who wants to be part of something meaningful, something that truly leaves people better than you found them, you'll find your place here.

We are pleased to announce we are opening our newest location in Ephrata, PA - Keystone Retreat Behavioral Health

Role Summary:
The Addiction Counselor is responsible for assessing and monitoring client behavior while in treatment for substance use. In collaboration with the Clinical Director and Clinical Supervisor, the Addiction Counselor is responsible for case management services, facilitating group therapy, providing crisis management, AOD assessment treatment planning and counseling, and completing discharge planning.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, recommend, and review AOD treatment plans and goals with clients and/or their families.
• Initiate and facilitate individual and group therapy sessions and document all processes in the EMR platform.
• Provide referrals and resources to support the client's recovery while in treatment while collaborating with the Therapist.
• Develop and implement appropriate discharge planning with client and/or their families.
• Record client health information in the EMR platform and complete timely thorough documentation.
• Support clients with case management services including FMLA/STD matters and submit them through the appropriate channel.
• Participate in consultation and collaboration with other care team members and treatment professionals.
• Respond to emergencies and initiate action as required.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and monthly trainings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess experience and/or education of chemical and alcohol dependency and abuse.
• Possess experience and/or education in crisis management.
• Ability to use motivational interviewing to reinforce client’s power to make change.
• Possess knowledge of HIPAA.
• The candidate will show skills and competency in working with clients, from undertaking clinical assessments, planning and delivery of care to review of effective methods of interventions, in order to shape continuing service provision which will meet the needs of individuals.
• Preferred candidates should be able to work well within a team and independently, effective communication skills, time management, ability to problem solve, and strong professional boundaries.
• Preferred candidate must be sensitive to religious, ethnic, and cultural differences.
• Knowledge of CBT, DBT, 12-step recovery, and other evidence-based theories is a plus.
• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)
• Valid Driver's License
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification or willing to obtain.
• Must successfully complete Background Check, Drug Screen, and TB Test