CADC Counselor – Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Garfield Counseling Center Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Garfield Counseling Center, Inc. (GCC) is hiring 2 CADC Counselors to provide individual and group substance use disorder counseling to OTP clients, including those on medication-assisted treatment. You’ll conduct biopsychosocial assessments, develop treatment plans, and coordinate care as part of a supportive clinical team.

This full-time role is based on the West Side of Chicago at 4132 W. Madison Street.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CADC credential through IAODAPCA required.
• OTP/MAT experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of ASAM criteria and MAT.
• Confidentiality under 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to OTP clients.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and apply ASAM criteria.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans with clients and clinical team.
• Monitor client progress and engagement with MAT.
• Coordinate care with Medical Director, nursing, and case management.
• Respond to client crises with appropriate intervention and referrals.
• Facilitate psychoeducational and relapse prevention groups.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation per IDHS/DBHR and CARF standards.

Skills

Counseling

Group counseling

OTP experience

MAT knowledge

ASAM criteria

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate/Bachelor degree preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

WE'RE HIRING

CADC Counselor – Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Support recovery every day as part of our Opioid Treatment Program team.

PAY: $21.00 – $26.50 per hour | TYPE: Full-Time

LOCATION: Chicago, IL (West Side) — 4132 W. Madison Street

Garfield Counseling Center, Inc. (GCC) is hiring 2 CADC Counselors to provide individual and group substance use disorder counseling to clients enrolled in our Opioid Treatment Program (OTP), including clients receiving medication-assisted treatment (MAT). You'll conduct assessments, build treatment plans, and coordinate care as part of a supportive clinical team.

ABOUT GARFIELD COUNSELING CENTER

Garfield Counseling Center, Inc. (GCC) is a Chicago-based substance use disorder and behavioral health treatment provider serving the West Side community. For years, we've delivered compassionate, evidence-based care to our clients — and we're growing our team to support new programs, expanded licensure, and the people who count on us every day.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Provide individual and group counseling to an assigned caseload of OTP clients
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and apply ASAM criteria to inform level-of-care decisions
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans with clients, medical staff, and the Clinical Supervisor
• Monitor client progress, including engagement with medication-assisted treatment
• Coordinate care with GCC's Medical Director, nursing staff, and case management team
• Respond to client crises with appropriate intervention, safety planning, and referral
• Facilitate psychoeducational and process groups on relapse prevention and recovery skills
• Maintain audit-ready documentation consistent with IDHS/DBHR and CARF standards

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• High School Diploma/GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a human services field preferred
• Current Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor (CADC) credential through IAODAPCA required
• Prior experience in an OTP, MAT, or similarly regulated treatment setting strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of ASAM criteria and medication-assisted treatment
• Understanding of confidentiality requirements under 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA
• Comfortable working within an EHR system for documentation and billing

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role is based in a clinical office setting, facilitating individual and group sessions in person, with some exposure to clients in acute distress or crisis.

Garfield Counseling Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.