On-Call Counselor for DUI Programs

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct 1-2 hour psychoeducational counseling or education groups using the Drinking Driver Program curriculum and other evidenced based approaches.
• Conduct individual 15-minute counseling sessions as a check in regarding progress on the client’s program goals.
• Follow all documentation procedures including attendance, absences, chart notes, group notes, etc. in a timely manner
• Prepare for Group Sessions and Education Classes 15 minutes prior to start
• Review communiques to be handed out
• Ensure sign-in rosters are prepared, extra LOA and Progress Note forms on hand
• Prepare group room (seating arrangements, lighting, heating, A/C, etc.)
• Monitor clients to ensure they are complying to program conduct codes (loitering, smoking, bicycles in building, no food/drink, etc.)
• Support the administrative tasks of the program and documentation follow up as needed.

Qualifications

• Active registration number as a drug and alcohol counselor with a DHCS approved counseling organization (CCAPP, CADTP) (proof of registration will be required upon hire)
• Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor preferred
• High school diploma or GED, some college in health and human services or addiction studies preferred (proof of education will be required upon hire)
• A minimum of 1 year of full-time experience (or 2080 hours) in Drug and Alcohol Counseling, preferably working in a counseling or treatment setting with clients struggling with substance use, mental health, and criminal justice system involvement
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• Applicant must have active driver’s license and the ability to drive to and from the offices in Watsonville and Santa Cruz.
• Candidate must be able to work in a telehealth setting (have a confidential space) and in an office setting
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Strong writing skills

Benefits

• Total compensation package includes a comprehensive medical and dental insurance plan for full time employees, 403(b) retirement plan, paid holiday, sick time, and 17 days of paid vacation, pro-rated for positions less than 40 hours a week.

About Us

We are currently recruiting for several on-call counselor positions in Alto’s Drinking Driver Program in Santa Cruz and Watsonville. The Drinking Driver Program is a great place to develop psychoeducational and group facilitation skills while working a part-time and flexible schedule. We currently provide group counseling sessions and educational sessions for Wet Reckless, First Offense and Multiple Offense DUI programs. Clients participate in our classes to work towards regaining their driver’s license. We provide services in English and Spanish and staff work across both North and South County offices. Additionally, most staff shifts occur M-Fri from 12 or later due to accommodating client schedules. If you are an applicant that needs to be available for other needs during the day but need to work late afternoons or evenings, this position may be a good fit for you!