Outpatient CDCA; SUD

Paylocity; Toledo, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Zepf Center is a long-standing provider of behavioral health and substance use services in Northwest Ohio. We are seeking a Full-Time outpatient Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) to deliver trauma-informed, client-centered care in an outpatient setting, including screenings, counseling, and urine drug testing.

The CDCA will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and participate in weekly supervision to ensure quality of care and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Active CDCA credential required; renewable, with one or more years of relevant experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed, client-centered outpatient counseling to individuals and groups.
• Conduct urine drug screenings and ensure timely, accurate documentation.
• Lead and co-facilitate therapeutic groups and individual counseling sessions.
• Complete ASAM assessments and ISP development/reviews as required.

Skills

Communication Skills

Autonomy

Collaboration

Documentation & Compliance

Ethical Standards

Education

CDCA credential

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Zepf Center has been serving the Lucas County community for over 50 years. We are the leading provider of behavioral health and substance use disorder services in Northwest Ohio. Services include adult and child psychiatric, substance abuse, case management, residential, Crisis Care, and therapy programs, as well as career development and wellness services. Zepf Center also offers primary care medical services to our patients to contribute to their continuum of care. Zepf Center is a trauma-informed agency and environment for both patients and staff.

We are currently seeking a Full-Time outpatient Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA). The Outpatient CDCA provides trauma-informed, client-centered substance-use counseling services to individuals and groups within an outpatient setting. This role supports clients in achieving and maintaining recovery through evidence-based interventions, individualized treatment planning, and collaborative care. The CDCA conducts urine drug screenings, completes timely and accurate clinical documentation, and facilitates individual counseling sessions while leading and co-facilitating therapeutic groups.

In alignment with OCDPB Twelve Core Functions and Competencies, the CDCA performs screening, intake, orientation, comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, counseling, case management, crisis intervention, client education, referral, consultation, and reports/recordkeeping. The CDCA participates in and utilizes weekly clinical supervision to support professional development, ensure quality of care, and maintain compliance with ethical and regulatory standards.

Schedule: Rotating weekends: Sunday-Wednesday and Friday / Monday and Wednesday - Saturday; 8:00am-4:30pm

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ongoing Support: Provide continuous support, encouragement, and engagement to clients throughout treatment to help sustain commitment to recovery.
• Client-Centered Care: Create and maintain a supportive, trauma-informed, and client-centered environment that integrates evidence-based harm-reduction counseling approaches.
• Positive Work Environment: Maintain a calm, cooperative, and professional attitude in all interactions, contributing to a positive and supportive environment for clients and colleagues.
• Motivational Techniques: Utilize motivational interviewing and other evidence-based strategies to enhance client readiness for change and support progress toward recovery goals.
• Treatment Services: Deliver high-quality Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment services in accordance with program standards, agency policies, and scope of practice.
• Group Facilitation: Facilitate and co-facilitate therapeutic groups and provide coverage for groups requiring a qualified facilitator, ensuring adherence to curriculum and clinical standards.
• Individual Counseling & Assessment: Provide individual counseling services; complete ASAM assessments and timely ISP development and reviews in accordance with medical necessity and regulatory requirements.
• Client Initiation & Engagement: Conduct outreach and engagement activities to support timely initiation into treatment and improve client retention in services.
• Orientation to Services: Provide client orientation to program expectations, available services, and levels of care; assist clients in selecting appropriate services to meet individualized treatment needs.
• Psychoeducation & Counseling: Provide SUD education and counseling services that increase client understanding of addiction and recovery while promoting lasting wellness within CDCA scope of practice.
• Documentation & Reporting: Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation, including ISP reviews, ASAM assessments, safety plans, relapse prevention plans, urine drug screening documentation, and progress notes in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary treatment team to support integrated, coordinated care and optimal client outcomes.
• Professional Conduct: Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions with clients, staff, and community partners, fostering a respectful and supportive workplace culture.
• Ethical Standards: Adhere to the OCDPB Code of Ethics for Chemical Dependency Professionals and all applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.
• Professional Development: Maintain active credentials and licensure; participate in weekly supervision, required trainings, and staff meetings to support ongoing competency development.
• Other Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned be leadership to support program operations and client car

Specific/Individual Competencies:

• Collaboration: Work effectively with other departments to ensure seamless coordination of services and improve patient outcomes.
• Recovery Stages: Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with individuals at various stages of recovery and support their personal goals and treatment plans.
• Communication Skills: Exhibit strong verbal and written communication abilities, ensuring clarity and professionalism in all interactions.
• Autonomy: Work independently with minimal supervision, ensuring efficiency and productivity in all tasks.
• Compliance & Confidentiality: Document clear, concise, and accurate notes while adhering to confidentiality standards and all legal requirements.
• Licensure & Documentation: Maintain necessary credentials and licensure, ensuring that documentation is provided for personnel records.
• CARF, State and Federal Regulation Standards Governing OTP: Adhere to CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities), State and Federal regulation standards and best practices in treatment.
• Training: Maintain certifications in CPR, First Aid, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI).

Organizational Competencies:

• Mission Alignment: Understand and demonstrate knowledge of Zepf Center's mission, vision, goals, and policies.
• Client Satisfaction: Contribute to client satisfaction by providing leadership, support, and assistance throughout the care process.
• Professionalism: Consistently demonstrate professionalism and commitment to high-quality service.
• Teamwork: Work effectively within a team environment, contributing to the overall success of the organization.
• Ethical Practices: Abide by the agency’s and professional codes of ethics in all aspects of the job.
• Operational Improvement: Actively engage in efforts to improve agency operations and enhance service delivery.
• Trauma-Informed Care: Commit to fostering a non-violent, trauma-informed environment for clients and employees, integrating Sanctuary values and techniques into daily work activities.
• Sanctuary Model Participation: Support and participate in Sanctuary process teams and initiatives to promote a trauma-sensitive workplace and client care.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Physical Requirements:
• Able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to hear ordinary conversation and phone communications.
• Environmental Conditions:
• Air-conditioned and/or heated office setting.
• Accommodation(s):
• As appropriate and fiscally reasonable.
• Physical demands described are representative of those that must be routinely met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Able to climb stairs
• Ability to perform job responsibilities in a facility with multiple levels and without elevator or mechanical transportation.
• Operates a computer and keyboard.

Requirements

Position Qualifications:

• Active Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) credential required; renewable, with one or more years of relevant experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance required.

EOE/M/F/H/V