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What is the difference between First Responder Counseling vs Emergency Room Counselor?

AspectFirst Responder CounselingEmergency Room Counselor
CredentialsLicensed mental health professional, often with certifications in trauma or crisis interventionLicensed mental health professional, with specialization in crisis and trauma counseling
Work EnvironmentOn-site at emergency scenes, hospitals, or crisis centersHospital emergency departments, trauma units
Employer & IndustryEmergency services, mental health agencies, hospitalsHospitals, healthcare facilities, trauma centers

While both roles involve providing mental health support during crises, First Responder Counseling typically involves working directly with emergency personnel or at emergency scenes, whereas Emergency Room Counselors focus on patients within hospital settings. Both require similar credentials and serve in high-stress environments, but their work locations and target populations differ.

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Infographic showing various First Responder Counseling job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 6% Nights. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution.

CADC - Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor

Recovery Works Northwest

Portland, OR • On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

ABOUT THE COMPANY
We have changed thousands of lives through our outpatient clinics over the last nine years We are a no-judgment, harm-reduction, down-to-earth organization specializing in addiction treatment and we are growing rapidly in hopes to make an even bigger difference within our community. Come join our awesome crew of change makers!
POSITION SUMMARY
The CADC Position will be responsible for delivering substance use disorder services in an outpatient setting. The substance use disorder counselor functions as part of a treatment team including medical providers, mental health providers, other addictions counselors, peers/recovery mentors, and various other support staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Work with patients individually and in a group setting
  • Attend and participate in relevant team and staff meetings
  • Conduct multidimensional alcohol and drug assessments to identify patients' needs, risks, strengths, and resources in accordance with ASAM guidelines
  • Create and maintain individualized treatment plans with progress notes and update the plan as necessary
  • Communicate with community partners and referring agencies in a timely manner.
  • Enhance patient/client motivation and coping with substance use issues through evidenced based interventions
  • Serve as primary counselor for individuals on a maintained caseload across various programs (MAT, DUII, IOP, OP etc.)
  • Be available and on time for all scheduled shifts, counseling appointments, and may need to offer support as needed for patients, family and staff as needed
  • Maintain relevant credentials and qualifications
  • Support patients and clients in various stages of change
  • Presence at alternate sites or locations as necessary for training, teambuilding, or to offer support for prearranged coverage

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
  • Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor Certification (CADC I, CADC II, CADC III) or CADC-R Or national equivalency (NCAC I, NCAC II, NCAC III etc.)
  • Always maintain a professional demeanor
  • Ability to demonstrate knowledge and utilization of various counseling theories/modalities
  • Proficient in communication, verbal, written, and nonverbal
  • Respond with a high degree of accuracy
  • Ability to maintain knowledge base of relevant and local recovery resources and services
  • Ability to work both independently and as a functional member of a team
  • Ability to complete work thoroughly, with attention to detail, and to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to understand and operate within the relevant Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs)
  • Effective facilitation of captivating and therapeutic group therapy

BENEFITS
  • We offer three medical insurance plan options, allowing employees to choose the coverage that best first their needs and budget
  • Dental insurance 100% paid by the company (option to add family members which are paid for by the employee)
  • Life insurance 100% paid for by the company
  • HSA, Medical FSA, and Dependent Care FSA available
  • Access to supplemental accident, critical illness, and additional life insurance coverage
  • PTO (earned on an accrual basis with increases at one year and every 5 years thereafter)
  • Sick Time (40 hours annually)
  • Time and a Half Holiday Pay
  • 401k and up to 3% match after 3 months of employment
  • Up to $400 per year for approved CEUs
  • All required licensure/certification costs for position paid for by the company

**Position is contingent on passing an OHA Background check and successful completion of a urine analysis (UA) after accepting job offer**
Recovery Works NW is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recovery Works NW participates in the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program, a federal initiative that provides tax incentives to employers who hire individuals from targeted groups facing barriers to employment. Submission of information for WOTC eligibility is voluntary and will not affect your consideration for employment.

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