Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
Job Details
Job Location
Richmond - 208 23rd Street - Richmond, CA
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School
Salary Range
$30.00 - $30.00 Hourly
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Person in this position will be responsible for the counseling, group facilitation and case management of clients enrolled in the program. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Deliver individual and group counseling services, case management services, education and community outreach services, and referrals to appropriate services and community resources as necessary.
Oversee and provide intake and program orientation for the client and family members including, but not limited to, assessment of psychological and social functioning and the development, implementation, and ongoing review of the clients’ Individual Treatment Plans.
Participation in facilitating ancillary services, i.e., family support groups, family education groups, continuing care, networking with community agencies, developing and updating referral and resource information, etc.
Maintenance of individual client treatment files in accordance with agency policies and procedures, including documentation of vocational/educational activities as well as all other pertinent documentation.
General client supervision including facility operations, planning, and scheduling therapeutic activities.
Preparation of client progress reports, when necessary.
Interaction with the criminal justice system and/or referral sources, when necessary.
Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a successful criminal background.
Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required.
CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal history background check.
As mandated by the State of California those employees who work at Residential, Outpatient, Sober Living, provide Mental Health Services, Administrative Staff or Transitional Living Facilities must be fully vaccinated and have received a booster. Employees that have requested a Medical or Religious Exemption, which has been approved by Human Resources will be required to test for the virus weekly.
During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years of experience in providing direct counseling services to persons with alcohol and/or drug problems is preferred.
Graduation from an accredited two-year college with a degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or related field is preferred.
High School Diploma or equivalent isrequired.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is primarily performed in a residential treatment facility.
Transportation of clients in company vehicle; and
Some outdoor activities may be required.
Must be able to de-escalate crisis situations.
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