| Location | Portland, Oregon |
| Salary | $55,000–$75,000 Per Year |
Up to $10,000 in Relocation Assistance Available
TITLE: Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor / CADC-I, CADC-II, or CADC-III (or able to obtain)
LOCATION: Portland, OR
TERM/STATUS: Full-time Employee / FTE / W-2
COMPENSATION/PERKS: Compensation package includes…
Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000 available
Competitive Salary: $55,000 – $75,000 annually, depending on experience and certification level
Generous Paid Time Off: 4 weeks (20 days) PTO per year, with additional days earned for longevity
Additional Paid Leave: 10 paid holidays + 2 personal holidays annually
Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with outstanding employer contributions (6.25% match in year one, 8% in year two, and 10% in year three — fully vested from your first contribution)
Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans
Employer-Paid Protection: Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage at no cost to you
Our client is an innovative nonprofit agency providing comprehensive services to adults and families impacted by homelessness, poverty, and addictions. We hire people who are skilled and passionate to meet our mission through outcome-based strategies that support personal and community transformation.
As a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive, person-centered, integrated services to the Portland community. You will also be part of a treatment team that provides substance abuse treatment and case management. Our team addresses all treatment needs, including crisis management, substance abuse treatment, physical health management, mental health management, DUII, and access to affordable housing, employment, and educational opportunities.
REQUIREMENTS:
Certification as a CADC I, II, or III
Fluency in Spanish is a PLUS
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams
Cultural competence, especially working with diverse populations
Flexibility, resilience, and commitment to a mission-driven environment
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
Conduct individual, group, and family counseling sessions
Monitor client progress and adjust treatment as needed
Coordinate care with other service providers (medical, mental health, social)
Maintain accurate and timely documentation and meet regulatory standards
Possibly supervise or mentor junior staff or peer support
Use motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, and evidence‐based practices
Engage with clients in crisis or high-risk situations
Maintain compliance with state/federal rules and confidentiality standards
This description is intended to provide a snapshot of the work performed and is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the position.