Addiction Prevention Counselor II

Pacific Clinics•San Jose, IL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision, implements the Addiction Prevention Services (APS) at one or more of the following settings: designated schools, in the community, with the family, or on site at and agency campus. Fulfills a role in the collaboration and communication between the Agency and the assigned school or program and its respective Supervisor. The APS II has the ability to provide Level I & II prevention activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (B.A./B.S.) in Mental Health or a related field and one (1) year of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience (two years of relevant experience equals one year of education)
Drug and Alcohol training and experience required or CAADAC (California Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors) certification.
Documents Clearly and Accurately in A Timely Manner
Presentation Skills
Action Oriented and Empowered
Conflict Resolution
Collaborates With Other Team Members

Nice To Haves

8% License Differential for LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, PsyD. and select Peer Certifications
Possible Bilingual Differentials: Up to 7.5% for qualifying direct service roles; up to $80.00/month flat fee for qualifying non-direct service roles.

Responsibilities

Serves as an active participant in providing Pacific Clinics APS services with the school or programs core team (or equivalent) for clients referred to APS.
Works in collaboration with the referral source to identify and provide relevant presentation to groups (e.g., students, parents, teachers, support staff) as appropriate.
Co-leads APS groups following the designated curriculum.
Receives, reviews, and processes referrals of clients as necessary. Screens each client referred for APS services with the support of the Supervisor/Manager.
Provides referral sources for clients and families for services at one or more locations, such as: on site, school, or in the community
Initiates and receives written consent for each participant.
Completes outcome measures and evaluation of program.
Collects all required documentation, such as progress notes, activity notes, evaluations, outcome measures, closing referrals and recommendations, weekly performance reports, and notes on drop in visits.
Provides initial evaluations, recommendations, and follow up (including recourses) at the completion of each group.
Performs other related responsibilities, as assigned, to support specific department/business needs.