Certified Addiction Counselor: Growth & Generous PTO

Community Bridges; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K with employer match

PTO 5 weeks

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is seeking a Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC I or CAC II) to provide counseling services for patients with substance use disorders within the agency’s integrated behavioral health programs.

The CAC will assess emotional conditions, develop treatment plans, and teach coping skills to support recovery across a variety of settings. Responsibilities include delivering evidence-based counseling, documenting progress, and ensuring care aligns with licensure and agency

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate degree in a health or human services field (nursing, aging studies, criminal justice, health education, mental health).
• Minimum of six months of recovery from substance use and/or mental health disorders required.
• 2-3 years of experience providing substance use services in a healthcare setting.
• EMR 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 another endorsed U.S. jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling services to patients with substance use/addiction problems within certification scope.
• Assess and analyze emotional conditions and develop treatment plans.
• Teach clients skills to cope with addiction and mental health challenges.
• Deliver treatment to people with mental, emotional, or substance use disorders consistent with licensure and agency policies.

Skills

Bilingual

CAC I/II Certification

Valid ID

Education

Associate degree in health or human services

Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is seeking a Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC I or CAC II) to provide counseling services for patients with substance use disorders within the agency’s integrated behavioral health programs.

The CAC will assess emotional conditions, develop treatment plans, and teach coping skills to support recovery across a variety of settings. Responsibilities include delivering evidence-based counseling, documenting progress, and ensuring care aligns with licensure and agency