Residential Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA)

Real-world impact. Life-changing outcomes.

CommQuest seeks Part-time Residential Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant(s) (CDCA) for weekend dayshift (Friday-Sunday) to work at Wilson Hall, our adult men's residential, Deliverance House, our women's residential, or Detox (Full-time Wednesday-Sunday afterboons) - our facilities in Canton and Massillon, Ohio. The Residential CDCA will be responsible for providing case management services, individual and group counseling, and promote recovery and resiliency principles.

In this role, you will:

• Grow professionally
• Build valuable relationships
• Work on a team providing exceptional care
• Make a real difference

What is CommQuest?

CommQuest Services is one of the largest non-profit mental health, addiction recovery, and social services organizations in Northeast Ohio, working with clients from more than 34 counties in 12 facilities through more than 20 programs. We help people make positive changes in their lives through in-patient, outpatient and school-based programs, along with supportive services - from basic needs to employment assistance.

Are you interested in CommQuest, but don't see a job you are interested in right now? Send us your story, resume and qualifications to HR@commquest.org.

What you gain:

• Great experience in the behavioral health and substance abuse field
• Visibility into how our community supports those in need
• Opportunities to share your expertise
• Peace of mind knowing you are benefiting the clients we serve and the community at large

What you'll do:

• Provide chemical dependency intakes/screenings/assessments.
• Provides individual and group counseling.
• Provide crisis intervention/counseling for individuals to resolve or stabilize the crisis.
• Carries a case load and maintains CommQuest productivity requirements.
• All other duties as assigned

Schedule:

Wilson Hall / Deliverance House: Weekend Days: Friday - Sunday

Detox (located at Aultman Hospital): Afternoons (3:00 PM-11:00 PM): Wednesday - Sunday

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required, with an Associate's degree in Human Services, Chemical Dependency, or another related field highly desired.
• Minimum of a current, active CDCA certification through the Ohio CDP Board is required.
• Previous experience of 1 year working with adults with Substance Use Disorder and/or mild to moderate mental illness is required.
• Must have the ability to establish working relationships with diverse individuals in a variety of settings and situations.
• Must possess strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other providers in the agency and community.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.