Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC/IADC) – Substance Use Disorder

Job overview

The Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC/IADC) – Substance Use Disorder role is an onsite, full-time position in Iowa City, IA. Compensation is competitive, with the amount determined by experience, education, credentials, certifications, and qualifications; no numeric compensation is specified. The counselor supports the clinical team at Thrive Now Recovery Center, which provides recovery-focused treatment for substance use disorders and co-occurring behavioral health needs. The role provides individualized counseling and treatment services that help patients build skills and support systems for recovery. The counselor conducts individual and group sessions, contributes to treatment planning and recovery programming, monitors progress, documents care, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on patient safety and continuing-care transitions.

What you'll do

• Conduct individual and group substance use disorder counseling
• complete assigned assessments and screenings
• develop and update individualized treatment plans with patients and the interdisciplinary team
• facilitate recovery-oriented and psychoeducational groups
• monitor progress and identify barriers
• collaborate with clinical, medical, nursing, peer support, and case management staff
• support discharge and continuing-care planning
• maintain timely clinical documentation and confidentiality
• escalate patient-safety concerns and use trauma-informed communication.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cadc

iadc

substance use disorder counselor

individual counseling

group counseling

recovery planning

trauma-informed care

behavioral health

iowa city ia

ascension recovery services

full-time

primarily days

some evening or weekend flexibility

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
• company-paid life insurance
• paid time off and holidays
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• structured onboarding, ongoing training, and professional development.

Why this role

Mission-driven residential recovery care grounded in person-centered, evidence-based, and trauma-informed practices; structured onboarding, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities.

About the employer

Ascension Recovery Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities. Sector: 62.