CAC II: Field & Clinic Addiction Counselor

Hillcrest Children Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillcrest Children and Family Center in Washington, DC is seeking a skilled Certified Addiction Counselor II (CAC II) to join our mission. As a CAC II, you will provide expert counseling and advocacy for individuals and families navigating substance use disorders, with a focus on delivering high-quality, evidence-based care in a community setting.

This role blends clinic-based work with mobile outreach, including home, school, and community visits, collaboration with courts and child welfare

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a valid CAC II certification in the District of Columbia.
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of dedicated experience in addiction counseling.
• Ability to engage effectively with adolescent populations; bilingual candidates encouraged.
• Experience with EMR platforms (Netsmart, Credible) is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized individual counseling and lead high-impact treatment groups for clients dealing with addiction and co-occurring mental health concerns.
• Step outside the clinic to provide essential home, school, or community-based visits, ensuring care is accessible to all.
• Partner with the court system, DYRS, and CFSA to champion clients' needs and secure resources.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and design 90-day personalized treatment plans, adjusting interventions to ensure progress.
• Maintain meticulous EMR documentation and stay current with addiction science through ongoing professional development.
• Maintain a target of 18–24 billable hours per week with flexible evening or weekend sessions.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Adolescent engagement

Flexible scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Psychology

CAC II certification (DC)

2–3 years addiction counseling experience

Bilingual abilities encouraged

Tools

Netsmart EMR

Credible EMR

Job description

Hillcrest Children and Family Center in Washington, DC is seeking a skilled Certified Addiction Counselor II (CAC II) to join our mission. As a CAC II, you will provide expert counseling and advocacy for individuals and families navigating substance use disorders, with a focus on delivering high-quality, evidence-based care in a community setting.

This role blends clinic-based work with mobile outreach, including home, school, and community visits, collaboration with courts and child welfare