Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor CADC

Description

 As part of a residential substance use treatment program, the CADC will:

• Counsel clients individually and in group sessions.
• Complete and maintain accurate records and reports regarding client histories and progress, services provided, and other required information.
• Complete ASAM and other assessments
• Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience and client histories.
• Review and evaluate client progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment plans.
• Interview clients, review records, and confer with other professionals to evaluate clients’ mental and physical conditions, and to determine their suitability for participation in a specific program.
• Intervene as an advocate for clients to resolve crisis situations.
• Provide clients and family members with information about addiction and available services and programs, making appropriate referrals when necessary.
• Modify treatment plans to comply with changes in client status.
• Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals and other health professionals such as doctors, nurses, and social workers.
• Attend training sessions and in-services to increase knowledge and skills.
• Plan and coordinate follow-up and aftercare programs for discharging clients
• Counsel family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients.
• Coordinate activities with courts, probation officers, community services and other post-discharge agencies.

• Works well within a team to promote quality of care for clients.

Requirements

Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor

Participate and work well within a team to promote quality of care for clients