Job Description

Certified Addiction Counselor I (CAC I)  

V-Tech Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Certified Addiction Counselor I who provides entry-level clinical services to individuals with substance use disorders under regular clinical supervision. The CAC I will conduct screenings, assist with assessments,  participate in treatment planning, and  facilitate individual and group counseling interventions. This role focuses on foundational clinical work, developing competence with  GAIN assessment, documentation standards, and crisis response procedures.  

Advanced Assessment & Screening  

• Lead client screenings to  determine appropriateness for program admission.  

• Independently complete intake, administrative requirements, and initial assessments.  

• Conduct and interpret the  GAIN assessment without supervision.  

• Evaluate client risks, needs, and barriers using advanced clinical judgment.  

Treatment Planning & Clinical Leadership  

• Develop, update, and refine treatment plans based on clinical progress and client needs.  

• Guide clients in setting measurable goals and selecting  appropriate therapeutic interventions.  

Counseling & Advanced Therapeutic Interventions  

• Provide  individual and group counseling using specialized therapeutic techniques.  

• Deliver advanced psychoeducational modules and  recovery-focused interventions.  

• Independently manage crises and implement crisis intervention strategies.  

Referral Services & Care Navigation  

• Coordinate referrals to internal and external service providers.  

• Assist clients in navigating complex systems such as housing, medical services, and mental health resources.  

Documentation & Compliance  

• Ensure all clinical documentation is  accurate , complete, and entered in the  EHR on the day of service , including all assessments, plans, and progress notes.  

• Support quality improvement and compliance initiatives.  

Team Collaboration & Professional Practice  

• Participate as a clinical leader in multidisciplinary meetings.  

• Serve as a resource to  CAC staff and may guide less experienced counselors.  

• Engage in continuing education to support advanced clinical practice.  

Required Qualifications  

• High School Diploma – Required  

• Bachelor’s Degree – Preferred  

Credentials & Experience  

• Current and valid CAC I license issued by D.C Health  

• National addiction counseling certification from NAADAC or an approved equivalent  

• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience  

Other Requirements  

• Successful completion of all required background checks  

• Ability to work with high-risk and vulnerable populations  

Level Specific Expectations  

• Works under  close supervision .  

• Carries a  standard or  lower acuity caseload .  

• May co facilitate groups with  higher-level clinicians.  

• Expected to be in a developmental phase of clinical skill building.  

Certified Addiction Counselor II  

V-Tech Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Certified Addiction Counselor  I I provides entry-level clinical services to individuals with substance use disorders under regular clinical supervision. The CAC  I I will conduct screenings,  assist with assessments,  participate in treatment planning, and  facilitate individual and group counseling interventions. This role focuses on foundational clinical work, developing competence with  GAIN assessment, documentation standards, and crisis response procedures.  

Role Responsibilities  

Advanced Assessment & Screening  

• Lead client screenings to  determine appropriateness for program admission.  

• Independently complete intake, administrative requirements, and initial assessments.  

• Conduct and interpret the  GAIN assessment without supervision.  

• Evaluate client risks, needs, and barriers using advanced clinical judgment.  

Treatment Planning & Clinical Leadership  

• Develop, update, and refine treatment plans based on clinical progress and client needs.  

• Guide clients in setting measurable goals and selecting  appropriate therapeutic interventions.  

Counseling & Advanced Therapeutic Interventions  

• Provide  individual and group counseling using specialized therapeutic techniques.  

• Deliver advanced psychoeducational modules and  recovery focused interventions.  

• Independently manage crisis situations and implement crisis intervention strategies.  

Referral Services & Care Navigation  

• Coordinate referrals to internal and external service providers.  

• Assist clients in navigating complex systems such as housing, medical services, and mental health resources.  

Documentation & Compliance  

• Ensure all clinical documentation is  accurate , complete, and entered in the  EHR on the day of service , including all assessments, plans, and progress notes.  

• Support quality improvement and compliance initiatives.  

Team Collaboration & Professional Practice  

• Participate as a clinical leader in multidisciplinary meetings.  

• Serve as a resource to  CAC staff and may guide less experienced counselors.  

• Engage in continuing education to support advanced clinical practice.  

Required Qualifications  

Credentials & Experience  

• Current and valid  CAC II license issued by D.C. Health.  

• National addiction counseling certification from NAADAC or an approved equivalent.  

• Minimum  2+ years of relevant professional experience , typically with  demonstrated progression in clinical responsibility.  

Knowledge & Skills  

• Proficiency with the GAIN assessment and complex case formulation.  

• Strong ability to manage  high acuity cases and crisis situations.  

• Advanced understanding of substance  uses disorders,  evidence-based interventions, and  trauma-in-formed care.  

Other Requirements  

• Successful completion of all required background checks.  

• Ability to work independently within a secure or residential treatment environment.  

Level Specific Expectations: CAC II  

• Works under  minimal supervision and exercises significant independent clinical judgment.  

• Carries with a  higher acuity or complex caseload .  

• May mentor  CAC staff or  assist with training.  

• Frequently  leads to therapeutic groups and specialized interventions.  

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