Certified Addiction Counselor (CADC) Position Available In Penobscot, Maine
Tallo's Job Summary: The Certified Addiction Counselor (CADC) role at Amergis involves providing one-on-one drug and alcohol consultation, individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and addressing behavioral health needs. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields, current license or certification in addiction counseling, and experience in behavioral health guidelines. Amergis offers competitive pay, benefits, and a supportive work environment.
Job Description
Salary:
$960 / Week The Licensed Addiction Counselor provides one on one drugand alcohol consultation to patients/clients; along with individual and grouptherapy in a variety of settings including inpatient and outpatient programs.
The Licensed Addiction Counselor also provides crisis intervention and assistswith behavioral health needs and issues including mental illness, developmentaland learning disabilities, substance use, etc.
Minimum Requirements:
+ Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work orpublic health required + Current license or certificate in addictions/substance abusecounseling in the state of assignment required + Experience in behavioral health guidelines, to includebehavioral health assessments, individual and group therapy, clinicalmanagement of patients with mental illness and / or substance abuse issuespreferred + Current CPR if applicable + TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable + Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) + Must meet all federal, state and local requirements + Must be at least 18 years of age Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs •Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
