Counselor III (CADC) - Substance Abuse Program

Counselor III (CADC) - Substance Abuse Program

Salary

$25.34 Hourly

Location

Outpatient Substance Abuse Program - Waukegan, IL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

16174

Department

Health Department

Division

Behavioral Health

Opening Date

08/19/2026

Salary Grade

Hourly.5

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

General Description

The Counselor III (CADC) is a valuable member of our (SAP) Substance Abuse Program who provides direct care to those in the Methadone maintenance program. Responsibilities include evaluating and assessing clients for the appropriate level of care and aiding in planning/implementing a treatment plan. In addition to conducting individual, group, and family counseling, case management, outreach, education, monitoring, referral, linkage, follow-ups, and documentation, and working directly with the Methadone program and clients.

Schedule Hours: 37.5 hours a week

• Monday - Friday (6:00am-2:00pm)
• Potential coverage as needed on Saturday mornings (6:00am - 11:00am).
• $5.00 shift differential for working hours deemed eligible for shift and weekend premium.

Essential Functions

• Provides direct services to clients including individual and group treatment.
• Maintains regular contact with an active caseload.
• Consults with the supervisor regarding transfer/placement of a client to another level of service, as needed.
• Facilitates with clients and collaborates with the treatment team to develop, review and update treatment goals and referrals both internally and externally.
• Assists clients in obtaining public entitlements, housing, community resources, etc.
• Attends staffing with Court Services, schools, agencies and others, as necessary.
• Organizes and participates in treatment-related clinical conferences and staffing on assigned clients.
• Conducts crisis intervention/evaluation/referral to persons who present themselves at the program.
• Performs initial evaluations and assessments of potential clients regarding their appropriateness for participation in the program.
• Provides education and direction to clients, family members and/or significant others.
• Takes responsibility for training in and documenting clinical chart requirements to meet program and state standards.
• Assists in facilitating transportation of clients if needed.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required

• Associate's degree and five (5) years' experience in behavioral sciences, or
• Bachelor's degree and three (3) years' experience in behavioral sciences, or
• Bachelor's degree in a related field and one (1) year of experience in behavioral sciences, or
• Master's degree in behavioral sciences and no experience
• Must possess a valid driver's license

Certification/License

• Clinical certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor from the Illinois Alcoholism and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Association (IAODAPCA) or
• Licensed professional counselor or licensed clinical professional counselor pursuant to the Professional Counselor and Clinical Professional Counselor Licensing Act; or
• Physician licensed to practice medicine in all its branches pursuant to the Medical Practice Act of 1987; or
• Licensed as a psychologist pursuant to the Clinical Psychology Practice Act [225 ILCS 15]; or
• Licensed as a social worker or licensed clinical social worker pursuant to the Clinical Social Work and Social Work Practice Act [225 ILCS 20].

Any new professional staff, who will provide clinical services in a treatment or designated program service and who do not meet the requirements of above when hired shall meet the requirements specified in within two years after the date of employment in the substance use disorder (SUD) field. Time in the SUD field is accumulative, it is not per employment episode.

Supplemental Information

As the largest human service provider in Lake County, we believe that services must be available without barriers. No residents are turned away due to the inability to pay. We believe in providing services in an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination or bias. Whether assuring accessible and effective care, impacting policy, or assessing and monitoring risks, the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center has been an essential part of the public health system in Lake County for 60 years. We are looking for passionate, qualified team members who can help make a difference in our agency and, most importantly, in our community.

Additional information about the Lake County Health Department, our culture, and why you should join our team can be found at https://lakecountyil.attract.neogov.com/health-department.

At this time, you must live in Illinois or Wisconsin to be eligible to work at Lake County Health Department. You can find our salary grades at https://www.lakecountyil.gov/4515/Salary-Grades. For unionized positions, a list of our collective bargaining agreements can be found here: https://www.lakecountyil.gov/2686/Collective-Bargaining-Agreements.

Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.

The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Here at the Health Department, we are proud to employ a diverse workforce of dedicated individuals focused on promoting the health and well-being of all who live, work, and play in Lake County. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and collaboration, enabling each employee to perform at their maximum potential and to more effectively work with clients, patients, and employees. We offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Paid Time Off to support work-life balance
• IMRF Pension and 457 retirement plans
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

You can find more details on our benefits on our website at https://lakecountyil.attract.neogov.com/health-department/p/benefits.

01

Are you certified as an (CADC) Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counselor by the Illinois Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Board (I.A.O.D.A.P.C.A.) or have equivalent certification by a similar state? Or have an Illinois license as an LPC/LCPC or LSW/LCSW?

• CADC
• LPC/LCPC
• LSW/LCSW

02

Please share why you are interested in working for this program and how your experience directly relates to this opening.

03

List the types of clinical programs you have experience with.

04

Explain your experience with accessing Community Resources for clients.

05

Do you have experience with behavioral health treatment planning and mental health assessments.

• Yes
• No

06

How many years of relevant experience do you possess?

• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5+ years

07

Do you have experience with any (EMR) Electronic Medical Records systems; such as NextGen? If yes, explain. If not, lists the systems you have used.

08

Do you have a current and valid drivers license and automobile insurance?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Lake County

Department Health Department Address 3010 Grand Avenue

Waukegan, Illinois, 60085

Phone 847-377-8000

Website https://www.lakecountyil.gov/148/Health-Department-Community-Health-Cente