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-Humana (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.

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Maintenance Technician

Summary of Position Responsibilities: The Maintenance 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:

Conduct regular inspections of all electrical, mechanical and other equipment of CADA facilities
Detect any defects and/or malfunctions within the physical grounds of each CADA facility and immediately report to supervisor
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
Clean rugs, carpets, and upholstered furniture utilizing vacuum cleaners and shampooers
Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors
Dust and polish furniture, work surfaces and equipment
Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork and paint as needed
Maintain adequate lighting by promptly replacing light bulbs
Empty wastebaskets; empty and clean outside ashtrays; transport other trash and waste to disposal areas
Move items in and out of storage and set up chairs and tables for special events
Clean vents, fans and replace air filters in air conditioning/heating equipment
Maintain an adequate supply of all products and equipment needed for housekeeping and maintenance
Perform grounds maintenance, including but not limited to, mowing, weeding, hedging, painting, raking and blowing debris

COUNSELOR – Adolescent Program

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

Qualifications:

Must be a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC), Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Counselor In Training or PLPC 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

COUNSELOR – Outpatient & Adult Residential

Qualifications:

Must be a Registered Addiction Counselor (RAC), Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC), Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with current and valid credentials from the appropriate licensing or regulatory board/agency to practice in the field of behavioral health
Knowledgeable about the disease of chemical dependency and its treatment
Previous experience in the treatment of substance abuse preferred

Essential Duties:

Assist with screening clients for eligibility and appropriate level of care when necessary
Complete required documentation for admission and coordinate orientation of the clients
Interview clients, review client records and confer with other professionals to assess client’s biopsychosocial factors
Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other clinicians to coordinate and plan treatment
Formulate treatment plan(s) with the client
Utilize appropriate counseling methods and techniques within the specific scope of practice to assist clients in exploring problems and the consequences of said problems
Conduct client and family counseling and education in group and/or individual settings
Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress in accordance with a formulated treatment plan
Assist with the utilization review process by providing complete and accurate client information to billing personnel and/or the health insurance provider when requested
Recognize and address clients in crisis
Complete accurate records and reports regarding the clients’ histories, progress, and services provided
Conduct discharge planning and refer clients and/or families to appropriate community resources
Conduct collection and complete forms for client drug testing
Adhere to any applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies governing substance abuse treatment

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:

Experience in food service is preferred but not required
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

Nurse (LPN)

Shifts Available:

Full-time, 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Part-time
PRN

Summary of Position Responsibilities: The purpose of the Nurse position is to provide medical screening, assessment, education, care, and treatment to clients and applicable training to staff. The Nurse shall also screen potential clients and conduct intake, admission, and orientation of clients as needed.

Qualifications:

Nursing degree (LPN) and currently licensed in the state of Louisiana
Experience in substance abuse treatment preferred
Excellent communication and computer skills

Essential Duties:

Perform medical assessment and obtain personal medical and psychiatric histories of clients on admission
Assist physician in medical examinations and ensures that physician orders are transcribed and addressed in an accurate and timely manner
Perform admission and random urine drug testing on every client
Assemble and organize client records on admission and ensure that all necessary documents are completed
Administer medications and other medical treatments prescribed by Medical Director or consulted physicians
Document nursing interventions, treatment rendered, problems identified, and progress of clients
Perform TB testing on all clients and provide voluntary HIV, STD, and pregnancy testing
Provide pre-test and post-test counseling to clients who are tested for TB, HIV, STD, and pregnancy
Identifyany special dietary needs of clients and coordinate delivery of those needs with the cook
Conduct individual and/or group education to clients regarding prescribed medications and health risks

Direct Care Technician

Summary of Position Responsibilities: Monitor and assist clients in a residential treatment program with daily living activities. 24 hour facility, all shifts needed.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing client care and personal services preferred
Previous experience in an addiction treatment setting preferred
CNA preferred

Essential Duties:

Complete shift reports and client observation records
Assist with intakes, transfers and discharges
Search client’s personal belongings for unauthorized items
Perform healthcare-related tasks including, but not limited to, monitoring vital signs and medications under the direction of medical staff
Assist in crisis prevention
Conduct client drug screening
Maintain order and cleanliness on the unit, and performs tasks including, but not limited to, light housekeeping duties and washing linens/bedding
Serve meals/snacks and issues necessary supplies to clients
Ensure the physical safety of clients by implementing and ensuring safety policies and procedures, coordinating safety drills, and providing assistance during emergency situations
Provide transportation for clients if authorized to do so

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

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Have you ever been convicted of a felony? *

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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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