SUD Counselor - Bilingual (English / Spanish) SUD Treatment

Basic Function

Aid clients in living a life free from chemical dependency. Support clients during the recovery process. Facilitate clients' exploration of their lifestyles, focusing on behavioral patterns.

Responsibilities

• Keep a schedule of regular counseling appointments with clients.
• Be available for non-scheduled counseling or crisis counseling when needed.
• Complete bio-psycho-social assessments for each client.
• Develop a treatment plan based on the assessment, including goals and objectives.
• Show progress or lack thereof in achieving client goals through progress notes and documentation.
• Attend weekly Case Conferences to discuss clients' progress.
• Identify problems or achievements through staff discussions.
• Participate in weekly meetings with the treatment team.
• Act as a liaison between clients and other service agencies.
• Make occasional court appearances.
• Attend and actively participate in monthly in-service training sessions.
• Facilitate groups and educational classes as assigned.
• Provide each client with an individualized Continuing Care Plan.
• Complete necessary documentation in a timely manner, including P.O. reports, progress notes, discharge summaries, aftercare plans, etc.
• Support family members through conjoint sessions and family groups.
• Communicate with all staff regarding client treatment issues.
• Participate in fundraising events and other activities as directed.

Skills / Knowledge

• Identify patterns common to the population served.
• Document client activities and carry out written assignments.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Understand the Narcotics Anonymous and / or Alcoholics Anonymous programs (the Twelve Steps).
• Establish a genuine therapeutic relationship with clients.
• Use counseling techniques to educate, elicit feelings, facilitate self-understanding, and motivate the client.
• Coordinate a continuum of treatment and / or services for clients.

Education / Training

• Registered or certified with CADTP, CAADE, or CCAPP, or Master's level BBS registered.

Experience

• Experience working in SUD treatment.
• Working knowledge of the 12 Steps of NA and AA.

Special Conditions

• Willingness to undergo random drug screenings.

Position Reports To

Program Manager

Job Type

Full-Time, Non-Exempt, In-Person

Pay Range

$24 - $31 / Hour

Benefits

• 100% Paid Blue Shield Trio Plan Medical Insurance Option
• 80% Paid Kaiser 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)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) 4% Employer Match
• 100% Paid $25,000 Life Insurance Plan