Client Engagement Counselor (Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist) - SUD Treatment

Basic Functions

• Utilize lived experience with substance use recovery to promote client engagement, self-determination, resiliency, and sustained recovery.
• Keep a schedule of regular peer engagement sessions with clients and be available for crisis support and recovery coaching when needed.
• Provide individual and group Peer Support Services as defined under DMC-ODS, including:
• Engagement and rapport building.
• Recovery support and skill development.
• Self-advocacy coaching.
• Relapse prevention support.
• Linkage to community-based recovery resources.
• Oversee mentorship program in collaboration with Support Technician Department and Clinical Program Manager.
• Conduct follow-up surveys with recently completed clients.
• Complete all required documentation in compliance with DMC-ODS standards.
• Interface with all staff regarding client treatment and engagement issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Director.

Skills / Knowledge

• Must meet California DHCS requirements for DMC-ODS Peer Support Specialist services.
• Demonstrated lived experience with substance use recovery and sustained recovery as defined by agency and county standards.
• Ability to identify patterns common to individuals with substance use disorders.
• Ability to establish genuine, strength-based relationships with clients.
• Ability to utilize peer support strategies to educate, model recovery behaviors, elicit insight, and motivate clients toward treatment engagement and retention.

Education / Training

• Current Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• Must have working knowledge of the 12 Steps of NA and AA.

Special Conditions

• Must be willing to undergo random drug screenings.

Position Reports To

• Clinical Director

Position Type

• Full-Time, In-Person, Non-Exempt, Hourly Pay Range $23.00 - $25.00 / Hour

Benefits

• 100% Paid Blue Shield Trio Plan Medical Insurance Option
• 80% Paid Blue Shield Access+ Plan Medical Insurance Option
• 40% Dependent Coverage on Medical Insurance Plan
• 80% Paid Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid time off (10 Paid Sick Days Annually, 12 Paid Holidays Annually, Paid Vacation)
• Educational Assistance Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) 4% Employer Match
• 100% Paid $25,000 Life Insurance Plan with option to voluntarily increase coverage