Position Summary:

Willamette Family is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Residential SUDs Counselor to join our residential clinical team. This role involves providing addiction treatment to individuals in our residential program. You will deliver evidence-based, individualized treatment services within a supportive 24/7 environment.

About Willamette Family:

Dedicated to Families. Committed to our Community. Celebrating Recovery. 

Since 1964, Willamette Family (WF) has provided compassionate substance use disorder and mental health treatment services to individuals and families in Lane County. As a nonprofit organization, we believe recovery is possible for everyone and are committed to creating a supportive environment where clients and employees can thrive. 

Join our team and make a meaningful difference in our community. 

Learn more about us at www.wfts.org. 

Work Environment:

• Dynamic Setting: Work within a residential treatment center with a lively environment.
• Commitment: Treat clients with diverse backgrounds with dignity and respect, maintain confidentiality, and contribute to a trauma-responsive, inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Interaction: Provide educational information, resources, and culturally appropriate substance use services to clients. This includes assessments, progress discussions, and creating/updating individual plans and goals.
• Documentation: Maintain client case management information and educational group notes according to organizational policies.
• Collaboration: Work with WF staff and community partners to support client care coordination.
• Professional Communication: Model professional communication and a supportive environment, engaging clients in problem-solving and coping strategies.
• Crisis Intervention: Assist with crisis intervention, safety planning, and support clients and their children as needed.

Job Title: Residential Substance Use Counselor

Position Type: Full-time

Compensation: $26.57/ hr

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 8:00am - 5:00 pm

Employee Benefits include:

• Health, Dental, Vision, life, and Supplemental insurance options
• Healthcare Flexible Spending (FSA)
• 403b Retirement Savings with company match
• Robust time off package including paid sick leave, vacation time, and holidays for all full-time and regular part-time employees
• Training and education benefits for employees who are employed for 24 months or longer as well as continued education training support
• and more!

Qualifications:

• Certification: Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC II or above) or a bachelor’s degree with CADC I and active progress toward CADC II certification within 6-12 months. **CADC-R acceptable if in active process towards CADC-I with bachelor's degree**
• Preferred: Ability to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA)
• Effective 03/28/2025- Willamette Family has a required 12 month waiting period before former clients can apply for employment. This policy is in place to ensure professional boundaries and avoid potential conflicts of interest. Your response will not impact your eligibility beyond this requirement, and all information will remain confidential.

Willamette Family Employment Requirements

• All employees must complete and pass a Pre-employment Drug Screening (including Cannabis/THC) 
• Required Background Check Clearance 

As a substance use disorder and mental health treatment provider, Willamette Family requires all employees, regardless of position, to obtain background check clearance through the Oregon Department of Human Services/Oregon Health Authority Background Check Unit (BCU) using ORCHARDS. All offers of employment are contingent upon obtaining the required clearance. 

Important information for applicants: 

• Background checks may consider felony and misdemeanor convictions, including older convictions, certain pending criminal matters, and substantiated abuse findings. 
• Some criminal histories result in mandatory disqualification, while others may be evaluated individually. 
• Having a criminal history does not automatically disqualify you from employment. 
• Successfully passing a background check for a previous employer does not guarantee ORCHARDS clearance. 

Before applying, please review the Oregon BCU background check requirements, including potentially disqualifying convictions and conditions, to help determine whether you can meet this mandatory employment requirement.  

Oregon BCU Applicant Information:

Background Check FAQs and Eligibility Information 

Skills and Ability Requirements:

• Professional Boundaries: Maintain ethical boundaries and model effective communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Task Management: Manage multiple activities and tasks during work hours.
• Adaptability: Remain open-minded and adaptable to departmental and organizational changes.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Willamette Family Inc. prohibits discrimination on the basis of any characteristics protected by applicable local, state, federal laws and any agency policy including, but not limited to, discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, or sexual orientation.