Substance Abuse Counselor (Yachats, OR) – Youth Residential Program

Psyphycare 7D99D547F19B; Yachats (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

PsyPhyCare is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor or CADC to deliver on-site prevention and counseling for a federally supported residential program in Yachats, Oregon. The role supports young adults, ages 16–24, in a structured, community-based setting.

The clinician will provide individual and group counseling, collaborate with residential staff, and maintain HIPAA-compliant documentation while upholding professional standards.

Qualifications

• Active and valid CADC certification in Oregon.
• Minimum of 1 year experience providing substance abuse or behavioral health services to adolescents or young adults.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on-site substance abuse prevention, education, and counseling services to enrolled students.
• Develop and facilitate alcohol, drug, and tobacco prevention programs.
• Engage with students in residential and common areas and collaborate with program staff.
• Support student development and healthy coping skills; assist with relapse prevention.
• Provide crisis intervention and behavioral support as needed.
• Develop individualized case management plans to improve retention and wellness.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and uphold HIPAA confidentiality.

Skills

Substance abuse counseling

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Opportunity

PsyPhyCare, a division of Business Staffing of America, Inc., is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor or Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) to provide on-site substance abuse prevention and counseling services within a federally supported residential youth program in Yachats, Oregon 97498.

Our client operates a comprehensive residential program serving young adults, ages 16–24. The program’s mission is to prepare participants for meaningful employment and independent living.

This role provides direct clinical services to students and collaborates closely with residential and program staff in a structured, community-based environment.

Position Overview

This is a contract position with part-time availability, up to 20 hours per week.

• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• No weekends required
• Location: On-site in Yachats, OR (no telehealth or remote option)

Scheduling flexibility is available to support student engagement and program needs, including occasional presence during afternoon or early evening hours.

Key Responsibilities

The clinician will provide comprehensive on-site substance abuse prevention, education, and counseling services to enrolled students and maintain an active presence within the residential environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering individual and group substance abuse counseling services
• Developing and facilitating alcohol, drug, and tobacco prevention and education programming
• Engaging with students in residential and common areas (dormitories, recreation areas, dining facilities, counseling spaces)
• Collaborating with program leadership and interdisciplinary staff
• Supporting student development, healthy coping skills, decision-making, and relapse prevention
• Providing crisis intervention and behavioral support as needed
• Developing individualized case management plans to improve student retention and promote overall wellness
• Maintaining accurate, timely clinical documentation
• Upholding all professional, ethical, and confidentiality standards in compliance with HIPAA and applicable regulations

Qualifications

Licensure

• Candidates must hold active and valid Substance Abuse Counseling certification (CADC) in the State of Oregon.

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience providing substance abuse or behavioral health services to adolescents or young adults.

Education

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

About PsyPhyCare

PsyPhyCare is committed to delivering professional and passionate practitioners who impact their world, supporting both the individuals we serve and the communities in which they live and grow.