[Hiring] Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant @Dove Recovery

Role Description

The Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) supports the delivery of substance use disorder treatment services under the supervision of a licensed clinical professional. The CDCA plays a critical role in client engagement, group facilitation, documentation, care coordination, and maintaining compliance with OhioMHAS and payer requirements. This position requires professionalism, strong boundaries, timely documentation, and a client-centered approach aligned with recovery-oriented care.

Qualifications

• Active CDCA certification through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board (OCDPB)
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, or a related field
• Experience utilizing ASAM criteria for client assessment, placement, and level of care determination
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain individualized treatment plans and complete accurate, timely clinical documentation
• Knowledge of and experience applying de-escalation techniques to safely manage challenging client situations while maintaining a therapeutic environment
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to work under clinical supervision and within defined scope of practice
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills and EMR experience preferred
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and ethical standards

Requirements

• Facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic group sessions appropriate to scope of CDCA practice
• Assist with individual sessions, treatment planning, and progress reviews under supervision
• Support client engagement, attendance, and participation in programming
• Observe and document client behaviors, progress, and barriers to treatment
• Assist with crisis de-escalation and behavioral interventions as needed
• Coordinate with case managers, housing staff, and medical providers as appropriate
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in the EMR
• Ensure documentation supports medical necessity and level-of-care requirements
• Follow OhioMHAS, Medicaid, and payer documentation standards
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance at all times
• Participate in chart audits and corrective action as directed
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, staffing, and supervision
• Communicate professionally with supervisors and clinical leadership
• Support program structure, schedules, and group flow
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transitions of care when assigned
• Uphold center policies, procedures, and professional standards

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and facilitate groups for extended periods
• Ability to manage a fast-paced clinical environment
• 4 PM-10 PM Monday through Friday with groups Monday, Wednesday, Friday and individual sessions Tuesday and Thursday

Supervision

This position is clinically supervised by a licensed professional in accordance with OCDPB and OhioMHAS regulations.