Job Title: Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)

Location: Wilkes, North Carolina
Organization:

Cameron Ridge Treatment Center Employment Type: Part-Time

About Us

Wilkes Recovery Revolution, Inc. is a nonprofit, peer-led Recovery Community Organization (RCO) that believes recovery is not only possible—but powerful. Our mission is to restore hope, repair lives, and rebuild community. Our new Cameron Ridge Treatment Program reflects this mission through an innovative, trauma-informed treatment model that centers the voices of lived experience.

We are currently seeking a compassionate and qualified Part-Time Evening Substance Abuse Counselor to support our evening programming and provide direct care to individuals in early recovery.

Minimum Qualification

• Must hold at least a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) credential

(LCAS-A, LCAS, LCSW, LCMHC, or other equivalent licenses are also encouraged to apply)

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate clients’ substance use history, treatment needs, and recovery goals.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and interdisciplinary teams.
• Facilitate group and individual counseling sessions to address addiction- related issues and foster personal growth.
• Provide education to clients and families about substance use, recovery strategies, and coping mechanisms.
• Collaborate with medical staff, case managers, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client progress, treatment plans, and discharge summaries in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Offer crisis intervention and emotional support as needed.
• Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and professional development activities.
• Adhere to ethical guidelines, confidentiality regulations, and organizational policies.

Qualifications Required:

• Current certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) in North Carolina or eligibility to obtain certification.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working in addiction counseling or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of addiction treatment modalities, including evidence- based practices and 12-step facilitation. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work with diverse populations in a nonjudgmental, empathetic manner. Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) systems.

Preferred:

• Passionate about recovery and supporting diverse pathways to healing
• Experienced in facilitating groups and working with individuals with substance use and co-occurring challenges
• Familiar with harm reduction, trauma-informed practices, and behavioral health systems
• Comfortable working in a peer-integrated, evening-based treatment setting

What We Offer

Even as a part-time team member, you'll be valued and supported as part of a mission-driven organization committed to healing and community transformation.

• Competitive hourly compensation based on credentials and experience
• A collaborative, peer-led work environment rooted in respect and recovery
• Opportunity to help shape a growing treatment campus and its evening programming
• Access to training opportunities and clinical supervision (where applicable)
• Consideration for expanded roles and internal advancement as the program grows
• A team culture that promotes self-care, flexibility, and inclusion

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $23.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 15 per week

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CADC (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• North Wilkesboro, NC 28659: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person