Clinical Addictions Counselor (CAC I/II or LGSW)

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

Compensation:
We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The salary range for this position is $59,092.80 to $63,000.00 and is commensurate with experience.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is currently seeking a full-time Clinical Setting Addictions Counselor for our Behavioral Health Services department at our Leland Place location, adjacent to the Benning Road Metro (blue line) in NE Washington, DC.

Position Description: The Clinical Setting Addictions Counselor provides individual counseling, group facilitation, intake, and assessment of clients in the addictions treatment program.

Covid-19 Considerations: In alignment with DC Health, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are mandated for personnel working in SOME's healthcare-designated programs, which currently include Medical, Dental, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services (BHS), Exodus House, Jordan House, Kirwan House, Keuhner Place, Leland Place, and Mary Claire House. Requests for a medical or religious exemption will be considered for reasonable accommodation.

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm & Tuesday and Thursday, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm. The position is in-person at our Benning Road location in NE Washington, DC.

Qualifications

Required: Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling; or Certified Addictions Counselor DC license; 1-2 years of experience providing addiction treatment or mental health services; experience providing services to the homeless population.

Preferred: 3-5 years of experience providing addiction treatment or mental health services; experience providing services to the homeless population.

Required License/Certification: 1) LGSW/LCPC from the District of Columbia Department of Health OR Certified Addictions Counselor I or II (CAC I or II) ; CPR/First-Aid certificate

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Facilitation skills
• Team orientated
• Knowledge of mental health and substance abuse issues including co-occurring diagnoses in a residential setting
• Ability to use creativity, strengths-based approach, and evidence-based practices with client
• Flexibility with the ability to multi-task despite competing priorities
• Experience with DataWits, ECW strongly preferred
• Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Expected Contributions

Addiction Treatment Services

• Conduct initial individual assessments
• Assess clients for financial eligibility including Medicaid and APRA; make referrals for enrollment when needed
• Develop treatment plans and update them as needed
• Coordinate client care in different phases of treatment
• Provide outpatient and intensive outpatient treatment services to clients
• Develop and facilitate addictions groups
• Provide individual addictions counseling to clients in different phases of treatment
• Participate in treatment planning, supervision meetings, and interdisciplinary meetings
• Assess client readiness for the current level of care and transfer to residential treatment
• Conduct case management for clients in collaboration with staff and programs
• Complete discharge planning and make referrals to alternative programs as needed
• Write client progress notes and maintain documentation in required electronic health record systems

Reports to: Clinical Director

Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. Requires looking at a computer screen for several hours a day. May be required to sit for long periods.

To Apply: Go to our career page at and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.

Position Designation: This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing prior to or during your employment with SOME. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or liability for service in the Armed forces of the United States. SOME (So Others Might Eat) is also a Drug-Free Workplace.