CADC Substance Abuse Counselor — Make a Real Impact

Ridgeview Institute Monroe; Monroe (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance (company-paid)

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Short-term disability (company-paid)

Long-term disability (company-paid)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Free parking

Job summary

Ridgeview Institute Monroe is seeking a dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor / CADC to address the bio-psycho-social needs of patients. The role involves assessment, crisis intervention, and providing social work services to support treatment goals within a hospital setting.

The position emphasizes collaboration with the treatment team, documentation accuracy, and development of measurable care plans to promote emotional health and recovery across adolescents, adults, and specialized programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related field preferred.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Substance abuse license/certificate as dictated by Georgia or equivalent; Master’s License in Social Work or Counseling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients to obtain substance abuse history.
• Document findings in the integrated assessment within 72 hours of admission.
• Document updates when there are significant changes or readmission within 30 days.
• Communicate findings in progress notes clearly and timely.
• Formulate a plan of care with measurable goals/objectives/interventions.
• Update plans as goals are met or patient condition changes.
• Ensure documentation in progress notes aligns with the treatment plan.

Skills

Substance abuse

CADC

Dual diagnosis

Crisis intervention

Family therapy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Ridgeview Institute Monroe is seeking a dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor / CADC to address the bio-psycho-social needs of patients. The role involves assessment, crisis intervention, and providing social work services to support treatment goals within a hospital setting.

The position emphasizes collaboration with the treatment team, documentation accuracy, and development of measurable care plans to promote emotional health and recovery across adolescents, adults, and specialized programs.