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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for cac counselor in the United States is $28.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectCac CounselorSubstance Abuse Counselor
Required CredentialsCertification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) or similarCertification as a CADC or Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)
Work EnvironmentCommunity clinics, schools, correctional facilitiesRehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, hospitals
Industry UsageOften focuses on alcohol and drug prevention and treatmentSpecializes in addiction treatment, including drugs and alcohol

Both Cac Counselors and Substance Abuse Counselors work in addiction treatment settings and require similar certifications. However, Cac Counselors may have a broader focus on alcohol and drug prevention, while Substance Abuse Counselors often specialize specifically in addiction recovery. Their roles frequently overlap, but their specific focus areas and work environments can differ.

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Infographic showing various Cac Counselor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 36% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 63% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,672 per year, or $28.7 per hour.

Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC I or CAC II)

Washington, DC โ€ข On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC I or CAC II)

Job Category: CLINICAL SERVICES

Requisition Number: CERTI001337

  • Posted : July 10, 2026
  • Full-Time
Locations

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801 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Washington, DC 20003, USA

Description

SALARY RANGE: $53,600-$80,400 (Based on experience)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) functions as part of clinical team responsible for delivering rehabilitation services to a group of consumers receiving services from the Community Connections ACT Program under the supervision of the ACT Program director.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Facilitates rehabilitation, psycho-educational, and support groups.
  • Serves as the chosen Rehabilitation Clinician as chosen by the consumer.
  • Participates in the development of the ISSP and conduct ongoing periodic reviews, meeting with the consumer, family and/or other network members.
  • Completes all documentation necessary for good clinical care and accurate billing. One hundred percent compliance is expected.
  • Provides one-to-one counseling as requested by the consumer.
  • Participates in training relevant to position and to the maintenance of license.
  • Assists with the preparation of the programโ€™s daily lunch.
  • Liaison with CSA Clinical Manager.

In addition to role responsibilities, each staff member of Community Connections has the following responsibilities as a part of their employment:

  • Models and reinforces Community Connections mission to provide behavioral health, residential services, and primary health care coordination for marginalized and disenfranchised women, men, youth, and children living in the District of Columbia, many of whom are coping with challenges including mental illness, addiction, and the aftermath of trauma and abuse.
  • Models and reinforces Community Connections values of quality, innovation, respect, equity, and integrity daily.
  • Reinforces Community Connectionโ€™s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Protects the privacy of our consumerโ€™s protected health information by maintaining compliance with HIPAA and other relevant CC related IT security regulations.
  • Completes and stays current on role specific and organizational wide training.
  • Performs other duties as assigned on an as-needed basis.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • Must be aCertified Addiction Counselor (CAC) in the District of Columbia.
  • Associates degree in health or human services field required, Bachelorโ€™s degree preferred.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

  • This is an essential or critical position which will require reporting to a physical work location or making visits to consumers in the community as defined by the business needs of Community Connections, Inc.

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS OFFERS GREAT BENEFITS INCLUDING:

  • Generous paid time off, including sick, vacation, and 9 paid holidays
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Agency paid Long-term disability and life insurance
  • Employee paid Voluntary life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Educational assistance after one year of employment
  • Professional and leadership development to include supervision hours for those on track for clinical licensure

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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