Child Crisis Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor / CADC

Join us in our mission to provide hope, promote wellness, and empower people who need it most.

Do you find meaning in helping children and families through challenging moments?

Are you looking for a role where your expertise in substance use counseling makes a real and immediate difference?

Monarch NC, a trusted provider of trauma‑informed, high‑quality care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders, is seeking a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADC) to join our Child Crisis Team serving Concord, Charlotte, and Kannapolis, North Carolina. Candidates may reside in any of these locations.

Work Schedule:

• Full time position with rotating schedule - primary hours 8am-6pm with one 10am-8pm shift per week
• **Anticipated Start Date: June 1, 2026.**

About the Role

As a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor on our Child Crisis team, you will play a critical role in supporting children, adolescents, and families during times of urgent need. You will provide counseling services, psychoeducation, and crisis interventions while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing substance use counseling, crisis support, and psychoeducation to children and adolescents
• Serving as a lead contributor to case management and coordination of care
• Participating in the development, implementation, and ongoing review of person‑centered plans
• Conducting regular assessments and reassessments aligned with individual goals and needs
• Monitoring, documenting, and communicating client progress and outcomes
• Observing and reporting signs and symptoms of alcohol or other drug intoxication or withdrawal and coordinating appropriate care with the treatment team

This role offers the opportunity to apply your clinical skills in a fast‑paced, purpose‑driven environment where your work directly supports safety, stability, and long‑term success for young people and their families.

Qualifications

To be considered, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Fully Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADC) in good standing with the North Carolina Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board
• At least one year of experience working with adults, children, or adolescents with a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder

Why Work at Monarch?

We believe that caring for our employees is essential to caring well for the people we serve. Monarch offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal well‑being, including:

• Employee Care Fund for staff facing unexpected financial hardships
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (full‑time employees)
• Paid Time Off, including 10 paid company holidays
• Eligibility for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Development and training opportunities
• Employee Retirement Plan (full‑time employees)
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

…and much more.

Make an Impact

Come join a team dedicated to supporting people with disabilities as they grow toward their potential, pursue their goals, and make informed choices about where they live, learn, work, play, and worship.

We look forward to welcoming you to Monarch.