Dove Recovery
CDCA
Columbus, OH - Full Time
Job Title: Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA)
Department: Clinical Services
Reports To: Clinical Director / Licensed Supervisor
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Outpatient / PHP / IOP Treatment Center
Position Summary
The Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) supports the delivery of substance use disorder treatment services under the supervision of a licensed clinical professional. The CDCA plays a critical role in client engagement, group facilitation, documentation, care coordination, and maintaining compliance with OhioMHAS and payer requirements.
This position requires professionalism, strong boundaries, timely documentation, and a client-centered approach aligned with recovery-oriented care.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Clinical & Client Care
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Core Competencies
Physical & Work Requirements
Supervision
This position is clinically supervised by a licensed professional in accordance with OCDPB and OhioMHAS regulations.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Dove and Robin Recovery is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment.
Department: Clinical Services
Reports To: Clinical Director / Licensed Supervisor
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Outpatient / PHP / IOP Treatment Center
Position Summary
The Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) supports the delivery of substance use disorder treatment services under the supervision of a licensed clinical professional. The CDCA plays a critical role in client engagement, group facilitation, documentation, care coordination, and maintaining compliance with OhioMHAS and payer requirements.
This position requires professionalism, strong boundaries, timely documentation, and a client-centered approach aligned with recovery-oriented care.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Clinical & Client Care
- Facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic group sessions appropriate to scope of CDCA practice
- Assist with individual sessions, treatment planning, and progress reviews under supervision
- Support client engagement, attendance, and participation in programming
- Observe and document client behaviors, progress, and barriers to treatment
- Assist with crisis de-escalation and behavioral interventions as needed
- Coordinate with case managers, housing staff, and medical providers as appropriate
- Complete timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in the EMR
- Ensure documentation supports medical necessity and level-of-care requirements
- Follow OhioMHAS, Medicaid, and payer documentation standards
- Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance at all times
- Participate in chart audits and corrective action as directed
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, staffing, and supervision
- Communicate professionally with supervisors and clinical leadership
- Support program structure, schedules, and group flow
- Assist with admissions, discharges, and transitions of care when assigned
- Uphold center policies, procedures, and professional standards
Required Qualifications
- Active CDCA certification through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board (OCDPB)
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, or a related field.
- Experience utilizing ASAM criteria for client assessment, placement, and level of care determination.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain individualized treatment plans and complete accurate, timely clinical documentation.
- Knowledge of and experience applying de-escalation techniques to safely manage challenging client situations while maintaining a therapeutic environment.
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to work under clinical supervision and within defined scope of practice
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Basic computer skills and EMR experience preferred
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries and ethical standards
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in outpatient, IOP, PHP, or residential SUD treatment
- Familiarity with OhioMHAS, Medicaid, and managed care requirements
- Group facilitation experience
- Trauma-informed care experience
- Prior experience with co-occurring disorders
Core Competencies
- Client-centered and recovery-oriented mindset
- Time management and documentation discipline
- Professionalism and reliability
- Emotional intelligence and de-escalation skills
- Team collaboration and accountability
Physical & Work Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, and facilitate groups for extended periods
- Ability to manage a fast-paced clinical environment
- May require evening hours based on program needs
Supervision
This position is clinically supervised by a licensed professional in accordance with OCDPB and OhioMHAS regulations.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Dove and Robin Recovery is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment.
