AOD Counselor II Men's Residential Facility | Day/Swing

Clare Foundation, Inc. • Santa Monica, CA

9d • $25 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

CLARE|MATRIX (CM) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing effective and compassionate treatment, recovery, and prevention services for alcoholism and substance use to individuals, families, and the community. Headquartered in Santa Monica, CA, CLARE|MATRIX operates multiple facilities across the Southern California region. Since 1970, CLARE|MATRIX has been a provider of quality substance use and mental health treatment for individuals undergoing treatment for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) in Southern California.

Requirements

• Completion of 315 hours of state-approved SUD education.
• Certified with CCAPP: CADC-I, or similar level credential with other accredited certifying bodies.
• Proficient counseling, communication, and documentation skills.
• Completion of 255 supervised practicum hours.
• Experience in residential or outpatient SUD treatment.
• CPR/First Aid certification required or obtained upon hire.
• Must exhibit emotional maturity, resilience, and the interpersonal skills required to engage respectfully and effectively with individuals in recovery, and to support group dynamics in a diverse treatment community.
• Candidates who identify as being in recovery must demonstrate at least one (1) year of continuous sobriety.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings, SUD assessments, and participant intakes.
• Facilitate individual and group counseling using evidence-based approaches.
• Develop and update treatment plans that support participant goals.
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation within certification scope.
• Deliver psychoeducation and support participant skill-building.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the EHR.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and coordinate participant care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed