Addiction Counselor

Addiction Counselor - $10,000 SUDP Sign on Bonus!

Columbia Valley Community Health (CVCH) is growing! CVCH is a dynamic, progressive community health center with locations in Wenatchee, East Wenatchee, and Chelan.  We have an excellent opportunity for an Addiction Counselor at our 140 Easy Way, Wenatchee location.

The Addiction Counselor provides information, screening, assessment, individual and group counseling, and referrals to services with a patient-centered, trauma-informed, harm reduction approach with clients who have or may have a substance use disorder. This position works in collaboration with CVCH care coordinators, therapists, behavioral medicine consultants, psychiatric providers, and primary care providers in the provision of treatment services to support patients’ wellness and recovery. As need arises, the individual in this position may be required to provide limited days of service at the Chelan or East Wenatchee CVCH sites.

            *** Please apply at CVCH.org ***

Position Requirements:

• Education: Associate’s Degree in chemical dependency, addiction studies, human services, or related field is required. Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree preferred.
• Credentialing: Meets Washington State RCW 18.205 and WAC 246-811 for certification as a Substance Use Disorder Professional, and holds active WA Department of Health SUDP credential.
• Experience: Two years providing substance use disorder treatment within a facility licensed to provide substance use treatment by the Washington State Department of Health, under supervision of SUDP/CDP Supervisor
• Language Skills: Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred

CVCH offers:

• Competitive Compensation
• Sign on bonus - $10,000 SUDP
• Additional $5K sign on for Bilingual
• Flexible schedules
• Generous paid leave/holidays
• Health insurance stipend for employee and dependents
• Gym/fitness stipend
• Retirement with 150% employer matching
• A cultural immersion program in a predominantly Spanish-speaking country

We are located in the heart of Washington State where we enjoy abundant recreational opportunities, 300 days of sunshine and a family friendly environment with good schools and opportunities for the entire family to be involved in culture and arts.

Why Work at CVCH:

CVCH staff are more engaged in their work than 95% of similar organizations across the country. We are proud to have such dedicated staff serving patients, day in and day out.

To learn more about the position, salary, full details on benefits, and to apply, visit us at www.cvch.org and click on the Employment and Training tab and find the position you are interested in learning more about