Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) in Agoura Hills, California at Prosperous Health Inc

About Prosperous Health

Prosperous Health is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services. Our mission is to support individuals in achieving lasting recovery, improved mental health, and long-term wellness through high-quality, client-centered care.

We foster a collaborative, clinically driven environment where excellence in care, ethical practice, and continuous improvement guide everything we do. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to delivering meaningful outcomes for the individuals, families, and communities we serve

Join a Growing Behavioral Healthcare Platform

Prosperous Health is a rapidly growing behavioral healthcare platform dedicated to delivering exceptional mental health, substance use disorder, and integrated medical services across multiple levels of care.

Our organization is built around a comprehensive continuum of care that supports patients throughout every stage of treatment, recovery, and long-term wellness. Through inpatient treatment, outpatient services, telehealth, psychiatric care, and innovative medical programs, Prosperous Health provides coordinated, patient-centered care across California.

Prosperous Health Network

Our behavioral health network currently includes:

Prosperous Health Lake Hughes – 104-bed inpatient behavioral health & substance use disorder treatment campus

Prosperous Health San Juan Capistrano – Outpatient behavioral health program

Prosperous Health Rancho Palos Verdes – Outpatient behavioral health program

Prosperous Health Woodland Hills – Outpatient behavioral health program

Prosperous Health Virtual Care – Statewide telehealth behavioral health program

Prosperous Medical

Prosperous Medical serves as the integrated medical and clinical services division of Prosperous Health.

Services include:

Psychiatric evaluation and medication management

Outpatient mental health services

Integrated medical care

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

Telepsychiatry services

Outpatient clinical services

Care coordination and continuity of care programs

Innovative behavioral health and medical treatment solutions

Together, Prosperous Health and Prosperous Medical provide a fully integrated behavioral healthcare platform that supports patients across the continuum of care.

Position Summary

The Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) provides direct counseling and support services to individuals experiencing substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. This role supports treatment planning, facilitates group counseling sessions, and assists clients in achieving recovery and long-term wellness goals.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, motivated, and experienced in addiction treatment, with strong clinical and interpersonal skills to support clients in a structured behavioral health environment.

Salary & Compensation

• $20 – $30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
• Full-time or Part-time position
• Benefits package available

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Services

Facilitate psychoeducational and process groups focused on recovery and relapse prevention

Assist in the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans

Support clients in developing coping skills, recovery tools, and life skills

Conduct screenings, assessments, and ongoing client evaluations

Provide relapse prevention education and recovery planning

Documentation & Compliance

Complete clinical documentation accurately and within required timelines

Maintain progress notes, treatment plans, and case documentation in EHR systems

Ensure compliance with HIPAA, licensing standards, and facility policies

Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards at all times

Collaboration & Teamwork

Work closely with therapists, case managers, nurses, and medical staff

Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and case reviews

Coordinate care with internal and external providers as needed

Support continuity of care and discharge planning efforts

Client Support & Engagement

Build supportive therapeutic relationships with clients

Assist clients in crisis situations using approved de-escalation techniques

Encourage engagement in treatment programs and recovery activities

Promote a safe, structured, and recovery-oriented environment

Qualifications

Required CADC Levels (California)

CADC-I (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor I)

CADC-II (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II)

CADC-III (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor III)

CADC-IV (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor IV)

CCAPP-registered CADC or equivalent certification in good standing

Active CADC certification through a recognized California certifying body (CCAPP, CAADE, or CADTP accepted)

Required Experience & Skills

Experience in substance use disorder treatment or behavioral health settings

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of addiction recovery principles and evidence-based practices

Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment

Preferred

Experience in residential, outpatient, IOP, or PHP settings

Experience with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders

Familiarity with EHR systems

Crisis intervention or de-escalation training

Bilingual skills (a plus)