CDCA - Residential; Contingent

Zepf Center has been serving the Lucas County community for over 50 years. We are the leading provider of behavioral health and substance use disorder services in Northwest Ohio. Services include adult and child psychiatric, substance abuse, case management, residential, Crisis Care, and therapy programs, as well as career development and wellness services. Zepf Center also offers primary care medical services to our patients to contribute to their continuum of care. Zepf Center is a trauma-informed agency and environment for both patients and staff.

General Summary

We are currently seeking a CDCA to provide a wide range of community support and coordination of services to people experiencing mental illness and to ensure their needs are addressed. The Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the comprehensive care and treatment of individuals struggling with substance use disorders in an inpatient treatment facility. Working under the supervision of licensed counselors, the assistant is responsible for engaging with individuals, group facilitation, case management and other important functions of client care towards their recovery.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist clients in adjusting to the treatment environment, ensuring a safe a therapeutic living environment.
• Offer emotional support and encouragement to individuals going through the recovery process.
• Help clients with daily living activities, such as: hygiene, assistance with self-administration of medication, developing routine and recreation.
• Facilitation and co-facilitation of group therapy sessions, case management, individuals, etc. while providing support and maintaining a therapeutic environment.
• Observe and document client behaviors and reactions during sessions, sharing observations with the team.
• Complete required paperwork, such as comprehensive assessments, progress notes, and treatment plans, in a timely and organized manner.
• Be prepared to respond to crisis situations utilizing CPI, CPR, First Aid and help clients in emotional distress.
• Educate clients on the principles of recovery, relapse prevention, and coping strategies.
• Provide information on available resources, both within the facility and in the community, to help with ongoing recovery.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the agency mission, vision, goals, and philosophy as well as the policies and procedures.
• Participates on sanctuary process teams and/or supports sanctuary initiatives.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods.
• Lift, carry, and move equipment or materials as required.
• Ability to assist individuals with daily living activities as needed.

Position Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) certification through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board (OCDPB)

Preferred

• Associate or bachelor's degree in a related field
• History of working within behavioral health
• Strong knowledge of substance uses disorders

EOE/M/F/D/V