CADC Substance Use Counselor - Intake & Groups

Provident Healthcare Consulting; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Vacation plan

Paid Time Off

401K plan

Job summary

Elevate seeks a Substance Use Counselor in Iowa to focus on new patient assessments, intake documentation, and initial treatment planning for intensive outpatient or partial hospitalization levels of care.

This role includes conducting ASAM-based assessments, coordinating admissions, and facilitating individual and group counseling sessions. Regular collaboration with clinical staff is essential to ensure quality care and compliance.

Qualifications

• Current CADC or tCADC required.
• Experience with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health issues preferred.
• Knowledge of IDPH standards and CARF standards

Responsibilities

• Assess applicants to determine level of care and program fit.
• Admit clients and complete required intake documentation timely.
• Use assessment tools during intake (ASAM, Columbia, Suicide Risk, Biopsychosocial).
• Enter admissions into the IBHRS database and coordinate with staff.
• Develop initial treatment plans for IOP/PH levels of care.
• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions and occasional Saturdays.

Skills

Cultural competency

Diversity awareness

Professional ethics

Behavioral health skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

Elevate seeks a Substance Use Counselor in Iowa to focus on new patient assessments, intake documentation, and initial treatment planning for intensive outpatient or partial hospitalization levels of care.

This role includes conducting ASAM-based assessments, coordinating admissions, and facilitating individual and group counseling sessions. Regular collaboration with clinical staff is essential to ensure quality care and compliance.