AOD Counselor

Ruby's Place•Castro Valley, CA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Ruby's Place dba Restorative Pathways (RP) is an innovative nonprofit committed to ending domestic violence, human trafficking, and violent crime through hope, advocacy and connection. Our services include emergency shelter, transitional housing, rental subsidies, mental health services, substance recovery, and wrap-around services. All our services are trauma-sensitive and client-centered and are provided at no cost to our clients. All programs are low barrier. RP is led by survivors with a focus on reflection, innovation, and connection. We believe in fostering relationships, both in our direct service work and throughout our internal work culture. We aim to cultivate a workplace that appreciates and emphasizes the voices of those most impacted by violence. We recognize these voices are vital to interrupting the cycle of violence and transforming lives towards safety, unity, and trust. The AOD Counselor provides group facilitation, client engagement, relapse prevention education, and documentation support for Youth IOP (in person) and Adult IOP (telehealth). This role delivers trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive SUD services consistent with DHCS Title 9, CARF, Medi-Cal, and ASAM 2.1 requirements. The AOD Counselor collaborates closely with licensed clinicians, medical staff, and case coordination teams to support integrated care and positive outcomes for both youth and adults.

Requirements

In possession of a high school diploma (required); associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
Must be registered with a DHCS-approved certifying organization (CCAPP, CADTP, or CAADE) prior to first day of employment.
Full AOD certification required within 12 months of hire (Riley Recovery Centers standard).
CE requirements per certification board: 40 hours every 2 years.
TB/Health screening annually
In possession of a valid CA driver's license, proof of insurance, and be approved by RP insurance as a driver in order to drive agency vehicles. If a staff member cannot be approved by RP insurance as a driver, employment might not be able to continue. Instances where staff cannot be approved to drive will be reviewed on a case by case basis to determine if employment can continue in their role without driving agency vehicles. Items considered include but are not limited to: the shift the staff member holds and the frequency/necessity of driving during that shift, the amount of time before the staff member may be approved to drive by the insurance carrier, the availability of other staff on site to drive agency vehicles as program needs require, etc.
Able to complete all required background checks. Additional requirements may be deemed necessary, including fingerprinting (Live Scan), completion of all Community Care Licensing (CCL) documents, and ability to meet CCL licensing requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience facilitating SUD groups for youth or adults preferred.
Training or experience in relapse prevention, group facilitation, and trauma-informed care preferred.
Ability to work effectively with adolescents, adults, families, and multidisciplinary teams
Fully certified AOD counselors are strongly preferred at time of hire.

Responsibilities

Facilitate evidence-based group sessions for youth (in person) and adults (telehealth).
Support treatment plan development by providing recovery-focused input and client goal tracking.
Document group notes, progress notes, and services in compliance with DHCS Title 9 and Medi-Cal requirements.
Assist with screenings, orientations, and engagement of new youth and adult participants.
Provide relapse prevention coaching, early recovery skills, and psychoeducation.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and support coordination of services.
Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and 42 CFR Part 2/HIPAA compliance.
Deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and gender-affirming SUD services.
Support overdose prevention and emergency procedures, including Naloxone readiness.
Participate in quality improvement activities, training, and program development.
Complete functional timesheets by assigned due dates in compliance with time allocations.
Actively participate in reflective supervision sessions.
Create and maintain documentation of processes and procedures related to job duties.
Other duties as assigned.