Substance Abuse Counselor/ Counselor Assistant (CDCA or LCDC)
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About the job
Chemical Dependency Counselor or Counselor Assistant | Tuesday-Saturday, Choose Your Shift
Location: Dayton, OH
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday, your choice of 8:00am to 4:30pm or 11:30am to 8:00pm
Pay: $20 - $26 plus monthly bonus potential
Who We Are
DeCoach Recovery is an addiction treatment center built around one idea: every person’s path to recovery is different. We combine evidence-based therapies with real compassion, and we design each treatment plan around the person it is for. Our focus is on helping clients build a life they can sustain long after treatment ends.
The Role
We are growing our clinical team in Dayton, and looking for a Substance Abuse Counselor or Counselor Assistant who wants to do meaningful, hands-on work. You will support clients facing substance use and co-occurring behavioral health challenges, helping them identify barriers, build on their strengths, and take practical steps forward. You will work alongside a team that shares cases, shares ideas, and invests in each other’s development. Whether you are an established counselor or early in your credentialed career, there is a place for you here.
What You’ll Do
- Complete client assessments and create individualized treatment plans using evidence-based, solution-focused approaches
- Run Group Counseling Sessions
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary care team to keep treatment coordinated and comprehensive
- Support clients in crisis and connect them with the right resources to keep them safe
- Keep thorough, timely clinical records, including progress notes and treatment plans, that meet professional and agency standards
- Contribute to team meetings, case consultations, and clinical supervision
- Deliver respectful, culturally competent care to people from all backgrounds, and speak up for their needs in our organization and the community
- Keep growing through training and current research in addiction and mental health counseling
What You Bring
Required
- Current Ohio CDCA, LCDC II/III, LICDC, or higher-level credential
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to build trust with clients from diverse backgrounds
- A collaborative approach and comfort working with professionals from different disciplines
- Initiative and independence, along with the judgment to seek guidance when you need it
- Strong organization skills for managing a caseload and meeting documentation deadlines
- Composure and professionalism in a fast-paced setting where priorities can change
Preferred
- Experience in an inpatient, residential, or outpatient treatment setting
Why Join Us
- Choose your shift: 8:00am - 4:30pm, or 11:30am - 8:00pm
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-matched 401(k)
- Yearly merit raises based on performance
- Tuition reimbursement
- PTO and paid holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
- STAR program eligible facility
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you want to help people rebuild their lives and be part of a team that supports your growth, apply today. We would love to meet you.
From DeCoach Recovery Centre's job posting, checked 6 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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