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

Clare Foundation, Inc. • Santa Monica, CA

9d • $25 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

CLARE|MATRIX 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. With its headquarters in Santa Monica, CA, CLARE|MATRIX operates multiple facilities across the Southern California region. Since 1970, the organization has been committed to delivering quality substance use and mental health treatment to 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