Alcohol and Drug Counselor I
Compensation: $23.00 - $25.00/Hour
Provide evidence-based assessments, substance abuse treatment, case management and recovery support to youth in Clackamas County middle and high schools.
Job Duties
- Working collaboratively with school and community partners, receive referrals, conduct assessments, provide appropriate intervention, and make referrals as needed.
- Participate in direct client alcohol and drug treatment utilizing program guidelines and policies.
- Work with clients and their family members about treatment, prevention, recovery, crisis management, and navigation of services.
- Teach alcohol and drug prevention classes to students in a classroom setting.
- Facilitate groups for adolescents and families to support skills building and the development of sober living skills.
- Consistently maintain accurate client documentation.
- Travel to multiple schools and/or community locations to meet with clients.
- Complete initial and monthly billing functions while adhering to billing deadlines.
- Provide positive role modeling for youth and families.
- Regular attendance is required.
- Other duties as required.
Job Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A Bachelor’s degree in a related Behavioral Health field is preferred.
- Must have a CADC I certification upon hire or will be required to acquire this certification within one year of hire.
- A minimum of one year of experience providing case management, chemical dependency treatment, referrals, assessments, and/or advocacy services is preferred but will train the right person.
- Knowledge and experience working with community and social service agencies.
Share Your Qualifications
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- Prepare your resume and cover letter, highlighting your qualifications and four professional references.
- Upload your resume, cover letter, and references in PDF format through the form below.
- Review your submission for accuracy before clicking submit.
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