Chemical Dependency Counselor Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of chemical dependency counselor. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for chemical dependency assessments standards and gathers data from family members and assess patient/family and resources for the purpose of developing plan of care.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Experience facilitating substance abuse treatment groups
• Experience utilizing a psychosocial rehabilitation model
• Experience working in hospital setting
• Knowledge of chemical dependency and the recovery process
• Knowledge of community self-help programs, recovery clubs, and the continuum of care for substance use and dual disorders
• Assessment of DSM IV psychiatric and substance use disorders
• Knowledge of appropriate use of individual, group and milieu treatment approaches in a structured program
• Knowledge of family intervention techniques related to codependency

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the chemical dependency counselor position.

Previously, I was responsible for high quality clinical services (individual, group, and family) to our members through direct assessment, diagnosis and formulation/implementation of treatment plan in outpatient or residential settings.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge and application of WAC
• Comfortable with diverse client populations
• Multidisciplinary team involvement/interactions
• Washington State Chemical Dependency Professional (CDP)
• Valid Chemical Dependency Professional Trainee Certification issued by the Washington State Department of Health/ Health Professionals Quality Assurance Division
• Knowledge of Pennsylvania Client Placement Criteria for substance use disorders andintegrated treatment for dual disorders
• BDAP licensing requirements for residential treatment
• Able to work 2 evenings per week and 1 weekend per month

I am excited to be applying for the position of chemical dependency counselor. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for individual/group counseling, case management, discharge planning, education, and referral assistance to individuals with substance use disorders and/or mental health conditions.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Able to work some evenings and weekends as needed
• Requires pending certification through ICAADA
• Requires background in the treatment of chemically dependent individuals
• Requires knowledge of state and federal laws relative to assigned area
• Current Washington State license as a Chemical Dependency Professional (CDP)
• Proficiency in speaking, reading and writing English with effective communication skills
• Recent or current experience working with dual diagnosis patients
• Proficiency with computers and their programs

In response to your job posting for chemical dependency counselor, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for competency-based, evidence-based, and best practice interventions related to substance use/addictions issues including: Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral for Treatment (SBIRT), Stages of Change model, Motivational Interviewing, and Harm Reduction.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Current Colorado Driver’s License, preferred
• Current Certified Addictions Counselor, preferred
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other clinical disciplines in making decisions and coordinating each patient's care
• Previous Experience with Adult patients preferred
• Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention preferred
• Experience working with adolescents who have chemical dependency issues
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification
• Coursework/Training in Chemical Dependency Counseling

I am excited to be applying for the position of chemical dependency counselor. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for high quality clinical services (individual, group, and family) to our adult and adolescent members through screening, assessment, diagnosis, and formulation/implementation of service plan in outpatient or residential settings.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Specialized training in chemical dependency counseling preferred
• Working knowledge of CARF and/or JCAHO accreditation standards
• Certification as Addiction Certified Counselor I, or II (CADC-II)
• Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor II (CATC-II)
• Experience in addiction/behavioral health environment preferred
• Knowledge of the 12-step, Smart Recovery and other treatment models
• State of Ohio CDCA (Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant) OAC 4758-6-01
• Certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention preferred