Group Facilitator - Bilingual (English / Spanish) SUD Treatment

Basic Function

Facilitate therapeutic and / or educational groups, using evidence-based practices, write competent individual group notes for each client on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate groups.
• Write individualized, client-centered Group notes, which show fidelity to the Evidence-Based Practices used in the group.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by the Program Manager.

Skills / Knowledge

• Must have knowledge of Motivational Interviewing (MI) techniques.
• Must have knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques.
• Must be familiar with the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous and / or Narcotics Anonymous.
• Must be able to communicate well with staff and clients.
• Must be proficient in English reading and writing.

Education / Training

• Must have a High School diploma, or equivalent.
• Must be registered or certified with one of the state-approved addiction counselor certification entities (e.g. CADTP, CAADE, or CCAPP) or be master’s level BBS registered.
• Must be bilingual (English / Spanish).

Experience

• Must have prior group facilitation experience, or, if no prior experience, must be willing to learn upon hire.

Special Conditions

• Must be willing to undergo random drug screenings.

Working Conditions

• Occasional ascending and descending stairs.
• Frequent sitting for prolonged periods.
• Occasional crouching below the waist and / or above the shoulders.
• Occasional work may be performed at various locations across Los Angeles County.

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

$24.00 - $31.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• 80% - 100% Paid Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance