A Substance Abuse Counselor counsels people struggling with addictions to alcohol, drugs or other substances. Assists clients in dealing with personal and professional problems related to substance abuse. Collaborates with other health care and mental health care professionals to coordinate services for clients, and works with families of substance abusers. May work in a clinic, health care facility or community based program, or work with clients referred through the criminal justice system.
Alcohol & Drug Specialist Northwest Family Services - 3.9 Portland, OR Job Details Full-time $26 - $28 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Teamwork Client assessment in therapy CAD Certification Passenger vehicle CADC Substance abuse counseling Performing background checks Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders Substance abuse services in social work
Full Job Description Date:
08/04/26
Title:
Alcohol and Drug Specialist Salary:
$26.00 - $28.00 This position requires the employee to drive their own vehicle. Their regular work locations are North Clackamas DHS, Oregon City DHS, Lake Rd. and the community Alcohol and Drug Specialist Northwest Family Services A&D Specialist works collaboratively with the Clackamas County Department of Human Services (DHS) team, serving parents with open Child Welfare cases where their substance use has been identified as a barrier to re-unification. A&D Specialist performs ASAM and resource referral for the client while acting as a subject matter expert in support of the DHS Child Welfare Team. What you'll do: Incorporate a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach in professional interaction with clients and colleagues. Provide mobile ASAM assessment and/or screening services, including but not limited to in-home, at the DHS office or partnering institutions. Provide appropriate treatment recommendations and referrals to the client. Provide crisis stabilization and bridge services in collaboration with the DHS team. Prepare clients for transition into residential and recovery services. Participate in clinical and program supervision as assigned. Report subpoenas to Program Manager and respond as requested. Meet in-person with RST partners and DHS.
Education / Experience
Have a CADC-I certification through the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO). Experience in substance use disorder treatment with demonstrable knowledge of ASAM assessment standards. Working knowledge of local community and SUD treatment agencies. Organizational Culture Northwest Family Services, through our mission, practices and the services we offer, are committed to the belief that all people deserve dignity and respect. As we serve our communities, we will continue to work together to listen, to learn, and to act to overcome historic values and structures that have led to discrimination and inequities. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging, where all staff are valued and given opportunity to grow and succeed equitably. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, primary language, ethnic background or socioeconomic status. NWFS pursues policies, strategies, and programs which promote cultural responsiveness in our daily work. We seek staff who share our vision and commitment to our communities. Supplemental Information Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment. This position requires the use of a personal vehicle and a minimum level of insurance coverage for that vehicle. • Personal liability insurance with $50,000 for bodily injury per person, with an aggregate of $100,000 per accident, or • $100,000 combined single limit (bodily injury and property damage combined)
Pay:
$26.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
