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Employment

Thank you for your interest in our organization! Please complete an application online if you are interested in any of the job opportunities listed below. Due to the high number of applications we receive, we ask that you do not call regarding the status of your application. If your application is selected for the interview phase, you will be contacted.


After the interview phase, applicants will be required to pass a drug screen and background check.  Following this, applicants will participate in a staff orientation and undergo TB skin testing.


The benefit package for full-time employees includes: Major Medical-BCBS (CADA pays 75% of the premium), 10 vacation days per year, paid holidays, 12 sick days per year, and $10,000 life insurance. Voluntary products include supplemental policies with Colonial Life/Ameritas (dental, disability, cancer, accident, etc.) and Legal Shield pre-paid legal service. Our organization participates in E-Verify.

SEE THE POSITIONS BELOW. FILL OUT THE APPLICATION FORM TO APPLY.

BUILDING SERVICES TECHNICIAN


Summary of Position Responsibilities: The Building Services Technician position maintains the safety, upkeep, and cleanliness of CADA’s facilities and grounds in order to ensure a safe, functional, sanitary, and attractive environment.


Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
  • Previous housekeeping/maintenance experience preferred
  • Ability to lift, pull and push 20 lbs. (over 20 lbs. w/ assistance)
  • Ability to travel to multiple locations in own vehicle


Essential Duties:

  • Clean offices, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, stairways, and other work areas so that health standards are met
  • Replenish supplies in restrooms and break room as needed
  • Dust and polish furniture, work surfaces and equipment
  • Empty wastebaskets; empty and clean outside ashtrays; transport other trash and waste to disposal areas
  • Notify supervisor of supplies needed for housekeeping and maintenance
  • Sweep/mop/vacuum all floors and stairs
  • Wipe down chairs and baseboards as needed
  • Clean/disinfect toilets, urinals, sinks, refrigerators, and microwaves
  • Clean front lobby glass and mirrors in bathrooms
  • Remove plant debris from front lobby
  • Light weeding in front flower bed upon request
  • Report any building or grounds issues or defects to supervisor (eg. non-working light, electrical outlet, damage to floor/walls, etc.)


COOK


Summary of Position Responsibilities: The purpose of the Cook position is to prepare nutritious meals and snacks for clients within CADA residential facilities.


Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or its equivalent is preferred
  • Experience in food service is preferred
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds


Essential Duties:

  • Prepare nutritious meals/snacks in a manner that is compliant with health and fire regulations
  • Serve meals in a timely and respectful manner to all clients
  • Perform inspections of all kitchen equipment and report any defects to supervisor
  • Take and record temperatures of food storage areas such as refrigerators/freezers
  • Perform cleaning and housekeeping duties in the kitchen, dining room, and applicable storage areas
  • Organize and stock necessary inventory for efficient operation of the kitchen
  • Assist supervisor with menu planning, shopping, safety inspections and inventory checks
  • Ensure compliance with regulations and participate in audits by the health department
  • Investigate client complaints related to menu items or service and report to supervisor
  • Communicate and coordinate with the Program Director as needed to ensure quality food service
  • Assist with organizing donated items and diluting/preparing chemicals for facility use as needed


COUNSELOR


Summary of Position Responsibilities: The purpose of the Counselor position is to provide substance abuse counseling and education to CADA clients and complete all required training and certifications..


Qualifications:

  • Must be a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed or Certified Addiction Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or registered intern with current and valid credentials from the appropriate licensing or regulatory board/agency to practice in the field of behavioral health
  • Previous experience in the treatment of substance abuse preferred


Essential Duties:

  • Exhibit a working knowledge of the disease of chemical dependency and its treatment
  • Interview clients, review client records, and confer with other professionals to assess client’s biopsychosocial factors
  • Screen clients for eligibility and appropriate level of care
  • Adhere to any applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies governing substance abuse treatment
  • Complete required documentation for admission to CADA programs
  • Coordinate the orientation of clients
  • Formulate treatment plan(s) with the client
  • Utilize appropriate counseling methods and techniques to assist the client, group and/or family in exploring problems and the consequence of said problem
  • Conduct client and family counseling and education in group and individual settings
  • Participate in staff meetings and case conferences
  • Recognize and address clients in crisis to include utilizing crisis prevention techniques
  • Refer clients and/or families to the appropriate community resources
  • Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress in comparison to a formulated treatment plan
  • Complete accurate records and reports regarding the clients’ histories, progress and services provided
  • Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other clinicians to coordinate and plan treatment


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Agreement - I CERTIFY THAT THE STATEMENTS IN THIS APPLICATION ARE TRUE, COMPLETE, AND CORRECT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE, AND UNDERSTAND THAT MISREPRESENTATION OR DELIBERATE OMISSION OF FACT MAY SUBJECT ME TO DISQUALIFICATION OR DISMISSAL. I UNDERSTAND THAT IF EMPLOYED, THAT MY EMPLOYMENT IS “AT WILL”. THEREFORE, EITHER THE EMPLOYEE OR THE COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM AND DRUG ABUSE OF NWLA MAY TERMINATE THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP AT WILL FOR ANY OR NO REASON AT ANY TIME


Internships

The Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse of Northwest Louisiana (CADA) supports individuals who are in training to become healthcare professionals. To that end, CADA accepts and trains interns in behavioral health and substance abuse treatment. These interns are referred from licensed educational institutions in the community. CADA offers internship positions in residential and outpatient programs. CADA’s goal is to contribute to the quality of healthcare in the community by offering a rewarding and educational experience to future healthcare providers.

Internship Application

I agree with the following terms and conditions:


AS A CONDITION OF INTERNING, I grant CADA permission to conduct legal background check(s) on me now and as long as I continue to intern for CADA, which will include, but not be limited to, criminal history records and sexoffender registries. I affirm that the information provided on this form is true, correct, and complete. I understand that if Iam accepted as an intern, any false statements or omissions made by me on this application may result in my immediate termination.


I agree to keep confidential any and all matters related to CADA clients. I understand that the disclosure of the identity or information about clients to anyone except CADA personnel is a violation of federal confidentiality law (42 U.S.C. sec.290dd-2) and regulations (42 C.F.R. Part 2). I shall not release information to my primary instructor without prior written authorization from the client or parent/guardian.


I also release CADA and all parties involved from any and all liability due to loss, damage, and/or injury while interning for CADA. I also understand that the information that I submitted on this application will remain private and confidential.

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