Counselor (CADC I CADC II)

Provides comprehensive alcohol and drug services, including assessments and individual, group and family counseling.

Responsibilities and Duties

Complete comprehensive, ASAM-based drug and alcohol assessments and develop appropriate services and supports plan.

• Facilitate effective group experiences.
• Maintain family-centered services and supports; as appropriate and requested by individual include family members in service planning
• Provide meaningful individual sessions with those enrolled in services
• Cooperate with other staff to provide quality services for individuals
• Cover clinical responsibilities for colleagues as required
• Professionally communicate with referral sources and staff of partner agencies
• Represent the agency positively and in a professional manner
• Assist in training new staff and provide in-service training as requested
• Participate in staff meetings and training opportunities
• Maintain current credential and seek opportunities to advance skills
• Effectively utilize evidence-based practices in individual and group Counseling settings
• Maintain knowledge of community resources.
• Maintain accurate records and complete all forms, assessments and file management paperwork as directed
• Observe and comply with all OAR rules

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree preferred and CADC I required.

Must demonstrate competence in prevention, intervention and treatment of addictions and mental health issues and have experience with gender-specific and evidence-based services and supports and best practices; evaluation; professional ethics; cultural considerations; and all phases of the delivery of services. Must be familiar with state and local resources.

Specifically, the counselor should demonstrate these personal qualities:

• Ability to engage individuals and help them work toward their services and supports goals
• Ability to work with diverse populations and cultural backgrounds
• Time management skills and ability to work independently
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to focus on reinforcement of positive strengths and behaviors
• A high level of enthusiasm and commitment
• Ability to accept and learn from clinical supervision

Continuum is an equal opportunity employer. Continuum does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, family relationship, marital status, veteran status, military service, employment status, or any other classification protected by local, state, or federal law.  Any person who needs accommodation to participate in the application process should communicate with Human Resources. Any employee who needs accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job should communicate with their supervisor. Continuum will work with an applicant or employee to evaluate whether there is a reasonable accommodation that does not pose an undue hardship on the operations of their department.

Benefits:

• 100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental, & Vision for Employees (dependent coverage is available at a cost to the employee)
• Flexible Spending Account
• 403(b) 6% Match, after One Year of Employment
• Paid Time Off (3.75 weeks to start) 2 Floating Holidays 2 Mental Health Days
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness
• Career Progression and Professional Development Opportunities

Job Location:

Grants Pass, OR 97526
Not a remote position

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.85 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• CADC-I (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Grants Pass, OR 97526 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Grants Pass, OR 97526: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26