Addiction & Recovery Counselor I or II (Turning Point SUD Treatment)
Cascadia Health
Summary
The Addiction and Recovery Counselor provides substance use disorder (SUD) services to assigned clients, including assessment, development of treatment plans, and individual therapy, tailored to each client's needs. The Turning Point program uses evidence-based interventions to address criminogenic risk factors and substance use with the goal to promote long term recovery and reduce recidivism. It offers adults in custody who are referred to the program by the Oregon Department of Corrections (ODOC) intensive group and individual counseling to help them recover from their addictions and related issues. Turning Point puts a strong emphasis on community reintegration, with focus on referral for housing, employment services and continuing care upon release.
Job description
Essential Duties
- Facilitate both treatment groups and individual counseling using evidence based practices i.e. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivation Interviewing
- Provide case management; collaborate with treatment team members and DOC counselors to support treatment plan
- Provide milieu support by monitoring problematic behavior; deescalate as necessary
- Provide treatment planning; identify risk factors associated for relapse and recidivism
- Complete Substance Abuse and ASAM LOC behavioral health assessments
- Adhere to compliance, required laws and complete annual required trainings i.e. Mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPPA
- Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings
- Document and maintain clinical records in a manner that assures compliance with all agency policy and procedures and local, state and federal regulations through use of Electronic Health Record System (EHR)
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Addiction and Recovery Counselor I: Must be a CADC-Registrant
- Addiction and Recovery Counselor II: Must be a CADC I or II
- It is preferred that the clinician already have a CADC certification
- Certification, Associates degree, or specific education focused on substance abuse treatment is preferred
- Six months to a year of experience providing SUD treatment or practicum experience is required
- Familiar with de-escalation techniques
- Knowledge of culturally specific services
- Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care
- Understanding of Recovery Model and Motivational Interviewing
- Knowledge of evidence based practices and strength based philosophies
- Knowledge of Microsoft office suite (i.e. word, Power Point, Excel)
- Operate computer programs and systems at a level needed to perform the essential duties
- Able to commute to other Cascadia sites and locations as needed
Requirements
- Addiction and Recovery Counselor I: Must be a CADC-Registrant
- Addiction and Recovery Counselor II: Must be a CADC I or II
- Six months to a year of experience providing SUD treatment or practicum experience is required
- Familiar with de-escalation techniques
- Knowledge of culturally specific services
- Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care
- Understanding of Recovery Model and Motivational Interviewing
- Knowledge of evidence based practices and strength based philosophies
- Knowledge of Microsoft office suite (i.e. word, Power Point, Excel)
- Operate computer programs and systems at a level needed to perform the essential duties
- Able to commute to other Cascadia sites and locations as needed
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision discount plan
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Flexible spending account
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Paid bereavement leave
- Jury duty leave
- Student loan forgiveness
- Employee assistance program
- Bike to work reimbursement
Company overview
Cascadia Health is a comprehensive mental health care provider based in Oregon, specializing in delivering integrated behavioral health services to communities across the region. As a leading healthcare provider in the mental health sector, the organization offers a wide range of services including outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, substance use treatment, and community-based support programs. Cascadia Health operates with a person-centered approach, focusing on recovery-oriented care that addresses both mental health and substance use disorders. The organization serves diverse populations through various programs designed to meet the unique needs of individuals, families, and communities. With a commitment to accessibility and quality care, Cascadia Health plays a vital role in Oregon's mental health ecosystem, providing essential services that promote wellness, recovery, and community integration for those facing behavioral health challenges.