AOD Counselor I (TEMP - CHCF - Stockton CA)1

About the role

Amity Foundation is seeking compassionate and enthusiastic individuals to join their Teaching and Therapeutic Community as a AOD Counselor I at their in-prison facilities. This role involves working in their prison programs to help the inmate population while enhancing your training and experience in the field.

What You Will Do

• Facilitate CBI classes, using evidence-based and standardized curriculum to the participants.
• Conduct class and facilitate individual sessions to develop release prevention/action plans and/or provide make-up work.
• Evaluate and document the progress of participants assigned to their classes.
• Document delivery of CBI programming services in ARMS.
• Engage participants daily and reinforce group norms and expectations for participations and completion.
• Work collaboratively with the CDCR/CCHCS headquarters, local institution, and CDCR contracted staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Contractor.

What You Will Bring

• Must be registered with an organization approved by DHCS and obtain their AOD certification within five (5) years of registration date.
• Understanding of causes, symptoms, and effects of substance abuse; appreciation for the behavioral, psychological, physical and social effects of drug abuse.
• Knowledge of contractual requirements of ISUDTP is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and communication skills.
• Operational knowledge of MS Office Suite and ARMS.
• Ability to maintain sensitivity and objectivity under pressures generated by association with substance abuse treatment participants. Demonstrate ethical behavior in order to maintain professional standards and safeguard the participants.
• Protect and maintain program participants’ health, safety, welfare, and confidentiality of records and participant information.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Paid vacation, sick time, & holidays.
• 401K, HSA, & Life insurance programs.
• Organization committed to community action.
• Community oriented workplace.
• $28 - $28 an hour Full-Time Hourly wage: $28.00
• On-site Work duties performed in a state prison.