Certified Addiction Counselor

Community Bridges Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5-week PTO plan

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) seeks a Certified Addiction Counselor I or II to provide counseling to patients with substance use disorders at the DC Stabilization Center.

The CAC will assess emotional conditions, explore solutions, and work within a treatment plan to support recovery-oriented care. Eligible candidates typically hold an Associate degree in health or human services, with a Bachelor’s degree preferred, and have 2–3 years of healthcare-based substance use experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in health or human services or related field required.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
• Minimum of six months of recovery from substance use and/or mental health disorders.
• 2-3 years of experience providing substance use services in a healthcare setting.
• Electronic Medical Record experience preferred.
• Valid identification required.
• Must possess a valid CAC I or CAC II certification from the D.C. Department of Health or another endorsed U.S. jurisdiction.
• Bilingual candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling services to patients with substance use disorders within the CAC scope.
• Assess and analyze emotional conditions, explore possible solutions, and work within a treatment plan.
• Teach clients coping skills and provide treatment for mental, emotional or substance use disorders.
• Complete duties consistent with licensure and agency certifications.

Skills

Bilingual

EMR experience

Education

Associate degree in health or human services

Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Certified Addiction Counselor

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is an integrated behavioral healthcare organization offering a full continuum of care, including variety of programs throughout Arizona, Oklahoma and District of Columbia. Founded in 1982 as a non-profit organization by members of the recovery community in Mesa, Arizona, Community Bridges Inc. has held as its principle mission “maintaining the dignity of human life” for more than 40 years.

The District of Columbia Stabilization Center (DCSC), operated by Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI), will offer immediate, 24 hours/day, 365 days/year, no cost, low barrier access to Crisis SUD services for individuals 18 years of age and older, regardless of gender, insurance, and citizenship status. The DCSC will provide individuals experiencing an SUD crisis with person-centered and a recovery-oriented alternative to unnecessary encounters at emergency departments or interactions with law enforcement. The DCSC will ensure those individuals seeking or referred for services will receive an integrated and comprehensive care to address their specific needs in a supportive clinical and recovery-oriented environment. CBI will hire pursuant to the DC EEO provisions.

Job Summary

The Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) I or lI will provide counseling services to patients with substance abuse addiction problems within the scope of their certification. The CAC will assess and analyze emotional conditions, explore possible solutions, and work within a treatment plan for mental and emotional adjustment or development. Will be responsible for teaching clients the skills and mechanics to cope with addiction and providing treatment to people with mental, emotional or substance use disorders. The CAC will be responsible for completing duties consistent with their respective licensure bodies and agency certifications.

Skills/Requirements

• Must possess an Associate degree, from an accredited school in a health or human services field, including but not limited to a degree in nursing, aging studies, criminal justice, health education, or mental health. Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
• Minimum of six months of recovery from substance use and/or mental health disorders required.
• Must have 2-3 years of experience providing substance use services in a healthcare setting.
• Electronic Medical Record experience preferred.
• Bilingual candidates highly preferred.
• Valid identification required.
• Must possess a valid CAC I or CAC II certification from the D. C. Department of Health or from another, endorsed U.S. Jurisdiction.

CBI is growing and expanding our services!

• We are experiencing tremendous growth currently. As an essential service provider, we value all our employees and their careers.
• For the past four years, The Phoenix Business Journal has recognized CBI as one of the top ten healthiest mid-size employers in the Valley!

CBI Values your Career and has lots of growth opportunities!

Our staff experience tremendous professional growth through ongoing training and support. Our team is supported by strong and competent leadership. The leadership at CBI is committed to ongoing professional development for their staff. Come join our team of passionate individuals who are serious about making a difference in the lives of our patients and the communities we serve.

About our Culture, commitment to employees!

• We are looking for driven and compassionate individuals that thrive in an upbeat and safe working environment. We dedicate a lot of thought and effort into work life balance as well as our competitive composition structure.
• We know life happens, that’s why we all start with a 5-week PTO plan as well as a wide range of unique benefits!

Our Facilities.

Our locations are all state-of-the-art facilities that provide top notch integrated care. We are proud to adhere to a “no wrong door” treatment approach that allows our staff to dramatically improve the quality of life for the patients in their care.

Hourly Rate: $25.00 /HR - $33.30/HR

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