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Acadia Healthcare

Substance Use Counselor - CADC

Council Bluffs, IA · On-site

$20.75 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Substance Use Counselor - CADC Full Time Hours: * 5:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Monday - Friday Our Benefits: * Semi-Annual Bonus Program * Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance * Competitive 401(k) plan

Acadia Healthcare

Substance Use Counselor - CADC

Council Bluffs, IA · On-site

$20.75 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Substance Use Counselor - CADC Full Time Hours: * 5:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Monday - Friday Our Benefits: * Semi-Annual Bonus Program * Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance * Competitive 401(k) plan

Acadia Healthcare

Clinical Team Lead - CADC

Council Bluffs, IA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Substance Use Counselor - CADC required Full Time Hours: * Monday - Friday: 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM Our Benefits: * Semi-Annual Bonus Program * Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance * Competitive 401(k) ...

Acadia Healthcare

Clinical Team Lead - CADC

Council Bluffs, IA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Substance Use Counselor - CADC required Full Time Hours: * Monday - Friday: 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM Our Benefits: * Semi-Annual Bonus Program * Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance * Competitive 401(k) ...

Acadia Healthcare

Clinical Team Lead - CADC

Council Bluffs, IA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Substance Use Counselor - CADC required Full Time Hours: * Monday - Friday: 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM Our Benefits: * Semi-Annual Bonus Program * Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance * Competitive 401(k) ...

Behavioral Health Group

Counselor (CADC)

Davenport, IA

$24 - $28/hr

Compensation: $24.00 - $28.00/hr * $2,000 Hiring Incentive Hours: 5am - 12:30pm (M-F) As a Counselor at Behavioral Health Group (BHG), you will assist patients in identifying and leveraging their ...

Family Access Center

Substance Abuse Counselor

Sioux City, IA · On-site

$1.5K/mo

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Temporary CADC, CADC, IADC, LBSW, or IAADC License in Iowa. * Provide substance abuse assessments, treatment planning, and discharge of clients. * Make clinical recommendations. * Follow ASAM ...

Behavioral Health Group

Counselor (CADC)

Davenport, IA · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Compensation: $24.00 - $28.00/hr * $2,000 Hiring Incentive Hours: 5am - 12:30pm (M-F) As a Counselor at Behavioral Health Group (BHG), you will assist patients in identifying and leveraging their ...

Family Access Center

Substance Abuse Counselor

Sioux City, IA · On-site

$58K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Temporary CADC, CADC, IADC, LBSW, or IAADC License in Iowa. * Provide substance abuse assessments, treatment planning, and discharge of clients. * Make clinical recommendations. * Follow ASAM ...

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for cadc in Iowa is $23.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $27.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CADC?

A CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) is a professional who helps individuals struggling with substance abuse and addiction. They assess clients, develop treatment plans, provide counseling, and support recovery efforts. CADCs work in rehabilitation centers, hospitals, community programs, and private practices. Their role includes education, prevention, and relapse prevention strategies to assist individuals in achieving long-term sobriety.

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the CADC position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor), you need strong knowledge of substance abuse counseling principles, addiction treatment modalities, and ethical standards, generally verified by certification such as CADC or equivalent. Familiarity with electronic health records, assessment tools, and case management systems is typical in this role. Exceptional communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills differentiate top counselors, enabling them to build trust and rapport with clients. These skills and qualifications are crucial for effective client support and navigating complex cases in substance abuse and recovery environments.

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Substance Use Counselor - CADC

Council Bluffs Comprehensive Treatment Center

Council Bluffs, IA

$20.75 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking: Substance Use Counselor - CADC

Full Time Hours:

  • 5:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Monday - Friday

Our Benefits: 

  • Semi-Annual Bonus Program
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Competitive 401(k) plan
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)
  • Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being
  • Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
  • Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team:

Council Bluffs Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Council Bluffs,IA, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions.
  • Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery.
  • Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
  • Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
  • Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
  • Initial assessments as well as follow up assessments.
  • Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
  • May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
  • Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
  • Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed.
  • Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed.

Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility. Check your eligibilty here: HRSA Eligibility

Qualifications

Required Education, Skills and Qualifications: 

  • Minimum of an Associate's Degree in social or health services field required;
  • Prefer Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services field; 
  • Degree must be from an accredited college or university. 

  • Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.

  • Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.

  • Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery.

  • Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.

  • Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.

  • Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).

  • Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.

Licenses/Certifications:   

  • Required: CADC or tCADC attained within 6-months of employment 
  • Must be eligible to sit for the CADC exam to obtain tCADC (temporary certification)

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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