Drug and Alcohol Counselor (SUD Case Counselor)

Y-Haven provides temporary housing and drug and alcohol treatment to adults in Cuyahoga County who are most in need. Formed in 1993 by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland, Y-Haven has helped thousands recover from addiction, secure permanent housing, and re-build their lives. Y-Haven offers healing and hope.

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor / Case Manager at the Y-Haven Residential Treatment Program

Multiple Levels Available — YMCA of Greater Cleveland | Y-Haven Recovery Program

Program Description

Y-Haven is a program of the YMCA of Greater Cleveland that has helped men and women recover and transform their lives for 33 years!

Help people rebuild their lives in a recovery community where relationships matter, clinical work is meaningful, and your growth as a clinician is intentionally supported.

Looking for meaningful clinical work without mobile case management or constant travel? Join a structured residential treatment program where all clients live on-site — allowing you to focus on counseling, therapeutic groups, and real clinical impact while growing through a clear career advancement pathway.

Job Summary

Y-Haven is hiring Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselors / Case Managers at multiple experience and licensure levels.

Candidates are placed into the appropriate level based on education, experience, and licensure.

This position combines clinical counseling, residential treatment group facilitation, and in-house case management within a trauma-informed, structured clinical environment.

About the Program

• Residential and outpatient recovery services for adults with substance use disorders.
• Clients often present with complex co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Many residents have chronic medical needs, trauma histories, or housing instability.

Clinicians work within an interdisciplinary clinical team using structured treatment planning and evidence-based practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual substance use disorder counseling.
• Facilitate residential treatment groups, outpatient groups, and intensive outpatient groups.
• Deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions.
• Provide comprehensive in-house case management (no community transport or mobile case management required).
• Work with clients experiencing complex co-occurring substance use, mental health, and medical needs.
• Maintain clinical documentation in electronic medical records.
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary clinical team using structured treatment planning.
• Participate in treatment planning, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Advanced responsibilities may include diagnostic assessments, mentoring, supervision support, and quality assurance.

Salary & Career Levels

• We intentionally hire clinicians into a structured career ladder designed to support long-term professional growth.
• Level I — SUD Counselor / Case Manager (Developing Clinician)
• Typical Licensure: CDCA (renewed), LCDC II, SWA
• Salary Range (2025): $36,013 – $54,019
• Level II — Licensed Clinician
• Typical Licensure: LCDCIII, LSW, LPC
• Salary Range (2025): $40,034 – $60,051
• Level III — Senior Clinician
• Typical Licensure: LCDCIII, LSW/LPC or higher; Master’s preferred
• Salary Range (2025): $45,916 – $68,874

Qualifications

• Experience working with substance use disorders; 1-3 years experience preferred.
• Ability to facilitate residential and outpatient treatment groups.
• Active CDCA (renewed) or higher licensure required (Preliminary CDCA not sufficient).
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days.
• Commitment to YMCA mission and values.
• Licensure examples: CDCA (renewed), LCDC II, LCDC III, LSW, LPC

• Must be free from sanctions or exclusions from the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and the State of Ohio Department of Medicaid.

Why Work at Y-Haven

• Residential treatment setting with on-site caseload (no client transportation required).
• Realistic productivity expectations supporting quality clinical care.
• Performance bonuses every six weeks for exceeding direct service targets.
• Clear advancement pathway with defined career levels.
• Collaborative interdisciplinary clinical team.
• Meaningful work serving complex populations.

Candidates from residential, inpatient, outpatient, or community behavioral health backgrounds encouraged to apply.

If you are a clinician who wants to do meaningful recovery work in a supportive, structured environment — and grow professionally while making a lasting impact — we encourage you to apply.

Whether you are a developing counselor building your career or an experienced clinician seeking a collaborative residential treatment setting, we welcome your application!

Work Environment

• The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work.)

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

About YMCA of Greater Cleveland

At the Y, our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. That's why we offer an exceptional package that includes:

A free membership to your local YMCA and discount to YMCA programs including childcare (part-time positions do not receive discount on childcare).

Additional employee discounts at many places in and around town, just for being a YMCA of Greater Cleveland employee.

Eligible employees receive comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Plan, Retirement 8% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and paid vacation.