Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor (CADC) - YR003

Title: Youth Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor

Location: Youth Residential Treatment Center - 620 NE 2nd Street, Gresham, OR 97030

Schedule: This is an in person position, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM with flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and special events required.

Wage Range: $23.73 – $32.13 hourly, Non-Exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated Youth Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.  

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

About the Company:

At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview:

The primary duties of the Youth Residential Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor include working closely with clients to complete intake assessments, and to provide guidance for appropriate treatment plans. Must be an advocate for excellent client care. Must have strong client engagement skills, be highly collaborative with the treatment team, and compassionate towards individuals with substance use disorders. 

What you will do:

• Provide screening, evaluation, referrals, and complete assessments for all potential clients as assigned.
• Develop, implement and document individualized comprehensive treatment plan per State/Federal requirements for all clients assigned to caseload.
• Provide a minimum of weekly one to one counseling sessions for each assigned client.
• Refer assigned clients to family counseling sessions when appropriate.
• Provide direct supervision and therapeutic engagement within the milieu, utilizing teachable moments to reinforce prosocial behavior, emotional regulation, and adherence to program expectations.
• Prepare and facilitate group sessions as assigned, as well as submit timely documentation.
• Complete discharge and aftercare plan on all clients assigned to caseload prior to discharge from outpatient treatment and send discharge summaries to referring agency within three working days after client’s discharge.
• Supervise attendance of weekly scheduled self-help groups and/or all activities specific to treatment plan for each client through documentation and review of attendance

We would like to hear from people that have:

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma required.
• Must possess a CADC-I (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) through MHACBO and be thoroughly knowledgeable regarding Oregon Administrative Rules, 42 CFR Pt. 2, HIPPA.
• At least one year paid experience as a chemical dependency counselor.
• Candidates must demonstrate therapeutic empathy for substance use disordered individuals and an understanding of the disease concept of alcohol/drug addiction.
• Possess a working knowledge of the DSM 5 and ASAM Patient Placement of care criteria and demonstrate knowledge of the concept of self-help and community involved treatment and other support programs.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients, the community, and other staff members.
• Work collaboratively with clients, other NARA staff, team members, and to treat everyone with respect and dignity at all times.
• Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community is considered a plus.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
• Ability to pass criminal background and DMV checks.
• Reliable transportation, current driver’s license with a clean driving record, and proof of auto insurance.

What’s in it for you?

15 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving,  December 25^th and your Birthday!

Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire. 

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account 
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC

How to apply:

1. To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
2. Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that’s all!
3. Feel free to contact recruiting@naranorthwest.org if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.

NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NW’s sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a “Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form” and NARA NW “Modeling Sobriety Policy Form” as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.

Salary : $24 - $32