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Job Ref:

3170756485

Employer:

Network Company Name:

ADVANCED FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES

Industry:

Healthcare other

Job Type:

Full Time State:

New Jersey City:

Union Zip Code:

07083

Post Date:

09/07/2026 Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks Competitive Compensation Great Work Environment Career Advancement Opportunities

MUST HAVE A VALID CERTIFICATION FOR CADC-CERTIFIED ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELOR

Job Summary Under the supervision of a licensed professional (such as an

LCADC-CCS

), the

CADC / CADC

Internship evaluates, counsels, and case-manages adults with Substance Use Disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders

Responsibilities :

CADC:

Clinical Assessments:

Conduct standardized intake evaluations, including the Addiction Severity Index (ASI), and determine levels of care using ASAM criteria.

Treatment Planning:

Collaborate with clients to create individualized, person-centered, and recovery-oriented treatment plans.

Counseling:

Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions using evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).

Case Management:

Coordinate care with external entities (e.g., criminal justice systems, probation, housing) and make community referrals.

Documentation:

Maintain accurate, timely clinical records in Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, frequently using the New Jersey Substance Abuse Monitoring System (NJSAMS).

Qualifications:

New Jersey CADC credential in good standing. Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or a related field (frequently preferred). Strong knowledge of SUD, the DSM-5, and 12-step or recovery principles.

CADC Internship:

Shadowing & Assisting:

Assist senior counselors in conducting preliminary interviews and orientation sessions for new clients.

Group Facilitation:

Co-facilitate or lead psycho-educational classes and support groups under supervision.

Caseload Support:

Manage a reduced caseload or support senior staff in daily client monitoring.

Core Functions Training:

Receive ongoing training in screening, crisis intervention, referral, and consultation.

Record Keeping:

Learn and execute proper clinical charting, progress note-taking, and documentation of client histories.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma (Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred). Enrolled in, or recently completed, an approved

ADC/CADC

educational curriculum. Registered with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs as a CADC Intern