Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Salary : $61,448.00 - $82,932.00 Annually
Location : Corvallis, OR
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 24-00185
Department: Health Services
Division: AFSCME
Opening Date: 10/16/2024
Closing Date: 11/4/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit:: AFSCME
Classification:: Health Care Professional 2
FLSA Exempt Status: Overtime Non-Exempt
Job Summary
Are you looking for a dynamic team that values Diversity, Client Centered Services, Innovation, Health Equity, and Service to the community? If you are looking for an opportunity to reinvest in the health and well-being of your community, please consider joining Benton County as a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor.
Job Summary
The Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor provides recovery-oriented substance use disorder treatment and case management to individuals with significant substance use disorders. Services are offered in individual and group settings utilizing evidence-based clinical practice and skills and in compliance with program standards. CADC provides an array of services to a mixed caseload of individuals with substance use disorders. This position may provide specialized services depending on area of assignment.
Click here for a complete list of the duties, responsibilities and physical requirements of this position.
The first review of applications will be on November 4th, 2024 Applications that are submitted after this date may or may not be considered. Please note that this recruitment may close at any time after the first review date.
Your Total Compensation/Benefits

• Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
  • 10 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
• $0 Health Insurance Premium!
  • Medical, Dental and Vision - cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
  • The County currently pays up to $10.28 per hour to cover your health benefits ($1,781 a month for a family plan, $21,372 a year).
  • In addition, the County contributes up to $1,400 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account!
    • Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren't traditionally paid by insurance - i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications
    • You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year
  • Dependents up to age 26 are covered!
• Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!
  • After 6 months of employment:
    • The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!
    • The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 1.5% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.
• A free and award-winning wellness program.
  • Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health
  • Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities
  • Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs
• 100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long Term Disability coverage.
  • Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!
• Annual salary range of:
  • $61,448 - $82,932
  • This position guarantees two salary raises within your first year. Increases are given at the end of the 6 month probationary period and at the 1 year anniversary, as long as your performance is in good standing! Increases are given until the maximum of the salary range is reached.
  • For most employees who take advantage of health benefits the salary only makes up 60% of their total compensation. The County invests in you and your family!

• Have benefits questions?
  • Reach out to us anytime:

We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQIA+ community members. The strength of our organization lies in the diversity of our workforce and the perspectives our employees bring to their work at Benton County.
Minimum Qualifications
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or closely related field; AND
• 2 year of work experience in mental health, drug court, counseling or closely related field ; AND
• Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Counselor (CADC) certification at the time of hire is required.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Please note candidates must have at least 6 months of actual work experience to be considered as equivalent.
Special Requirements:

• Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
• Valid Oregon driver's license.

Ideal Candidate:

• Has experience working with individuals that have co-occurring disorders of substance use and severe mental illness.
• Has experience working with Medications for Opiate Use Disorders (MOUD) Program
• Has experience working in collaboration with community providers
• Knowledge based on someone's perspective, personal identities, and history beyond their professional or educational experience.
• Comfortable working out in the community and providing crisis intervention/resolution and case management.

Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please click on the link: Oregon Pay Equity Law
Questions regarding this position can be directed to
Heather Grott, SUD & MAT Program Manager
Benton County Health Services
Telephone: (541) 766-6206
Benton County Mental Health Services
Working at Benton County
Living in Benton County
How to Apply

• To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
• Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
• Answer all supplemental questions.

After you Apply

• You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications, and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the "My Applications" section.
• Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.

Additional information

• This is a FLSA non-exempt position.
• This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
• This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
• Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: NOTE: If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
• Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
• If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.

Benton County is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity, fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income.
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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AT BENTON COUNTY
Working for the County is so much more than a job. It is a chance to make a local difference - in your own life and the lives of the people around you.
Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, ninety miles south of Portland and forty miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural and major sporting events. Combined with unmatched outdoor recreation, County residents like to say they "have it all". With the Cascade Range, eighty miles to the East, and the Pacific Ocean fifty miles to the West - going out for a day at the beach, fishing, hunting, cycling or hiking is all within reach - Benton County truly offers something for everyone.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of its employees and their families. Competitive benefits and an active employee wellness program is a top priority for the County.
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Do you have a current Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) certification?

• Yes
• No

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Please explain your knowledge of the different substance use disorder treatment program areas including: 1) Medications for Opiate Use Disorders Program 2) Community based corrections 3) SUD Outpatient programs
03
Please explain your experience using ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine) criteria.
04
Please expand on your experience and understanding of working on a multidisciplinary team (mental health, primary care, crisis, etc).
Required Question