Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)

About Prosperous Health

Prosperous Health is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services. Our mission is to support individuals in achieving lasting recovery, improved mental health, and long-term wellness through high-quality, client-centered care.
We foster a collaborative, clinically driven environment where excellence in care, ethical practice, and continuous improvement guide everything we do. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to delivering meaningful outcomes for the individuals, families, and communities we serve.

Join a Growing Behavioral Healthcare Platform

Prosperous Health is a rapidly growing behavioral healthcare platform dedicated to delivering exceptional mental health, substance use disorder, and integrated medical services across multiple levels of care.
Our organization is built around a comprehensive continuum of care that supports patients throughout every stage of treatment, recovery, and long-term wellness. Through inpatient treatment, outpatient services, telehealth, psychiatric care, and innovative medical programs, Prosperous Health provides coordinated, patient-centered care across California.

Prosperous Health Network

Our behavioral health network currently includes:

• Prosperous Health Lake Hughes – 104-bed inpatient behavioral health & substance use disorder treatment campus
• Prosperous Health San Juan Capistrano – Outpatient behavioral health program
• Prosperous Health Rancho Palos Verdes – Outpatient behavioral health program
• Prosperous Health Woodland Hills – Outpatient behavioral health program
• Prosperous Health Virtual Care – Statewide telehealth behavioral health program

Prosperous Medical

Prosperous Medical serves as the integrated medical and clinical services division of Prosperous Health.
Services include:

• Psychiatric evaluation and medication management
• Outpatient mental health services
• Integrated medical care
• Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
• Telepsychiatry services
• Outpatient clinical services
• Care coordination and continuity of care programs
• Innovative behavioral health and medical treatment solutions

Together, Prosperous Health and Prosperous Medical provide a fully integrated behavioral healthcare platform that supports patients across the continuum of care.

Position Summary

The Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) provides direct counseling and support services to individuals experiencing substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. This role supports treatment planning, facilitates group counseling sessions, and assists clients in achieving recovery and long-term wellness goals.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, motivated, and experienced in addiction treatment, with strong clinical and interpersonal skills to support clients in a structured behavioral health environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Services

• Facilitate psychoeducational and process groups focused on recovery and relapse prevention
• Assist in the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans
• Support clients in developing coping skills, recovery tools, and life skills
• Conduct screenings, assessments, and ongoing client evaluations
• Provide relapse prevention education and recovery planning

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete clinical documentation accurately and within required timelines
• Maintain progress notes, treatment plans, and case documentation in EHR systems
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, licensing standards, and facility policies
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards at all times

Collaboration & Teamwork

• Work closely with therapists, case managers, nurses, and medical staff
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and case reviews
• Coordinate care with internal and external providers as needed
• Support continuity of care and discharge planning efforts

Client Support & Engagement

• Build supportive therapeutic relationships with clients
• Assist clients in crisis situations using approved de-escalation techniques
• Encourage engagement in treatment programs and recovery activities
• Promote a safe, structured, and recovery-oriented environment

Qualifications

Required CADC Levels (California)

• CADC-I (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor I)
• CADC-II (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II)
• CADC-III (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor III)
• CADC-IV (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor IV)
• CCAPP-registered CADC or equivalent certification in good standing
• Active CADC certification through a recognized California certifying body (CCAPP, CAADE, or CADTP accepted)

Required Experience & Skills

• Experience in substance use disorder treatment or behavioral health settings
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of addiction recovery principles and evidence-based practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment

Preferred

• Experience in residential, outpatient, IOP, or PHP settings
• Experience with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
• Familiarity with EHR systems
• Crisis intervention or de-escalation training
• Bilingual skills (a plus)

Salary & Compensation

• $20 – $30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
• Full-time position
• Benefits package available

Benefits

• Medical insurance with employer contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative clinical environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Prosperous Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and are dedicated to promoting equity, belonging, and professional growth.