Certified AOD Counselor

Center Point•San Pablo, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Center Point is seeking a compassionate and experienced Certified Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Counselor for its new Contra Costa County Day Reporting Center (DRC) in San Pablo, California. The program is anticipated to launch around July 1, 2026, under contract with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), Division of Rehabilitative Programs (DRP), and will serve adults on parole. Recruitment is beginning in anticipation of hiring on or after July 1, 2026. The Certified AOD Counselor provides substance use disorder (SUD) counseling and rehabilitative services to participants in a CDCR Day Reporting Center serving the Adult Parole population. Services include individual counseling, group facilitation, case conferencing, treatment planning, and engagement activities to support recovery, behavioral change, and successful community reintegration. Under program leadership, the counselor collaborates with multidisciplinary staff to provide evidence-based SUD services consistent with CDCR DRP contract requirements and behavioral health treatment best practices. As part of a new program launch, the counselor will help establish a supportive, recovery-oriented program culture and assist participants with individualized treatment goals and reducing recidivism.

Requirements

Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent.
At least three years of full-time experience providing counseling services to justice-involved populations in a substance use disorder treatment setting.
Current Certified AOD Counselor certification through a California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS)-approved certifying organization. Applicants who have completed the Occupational Mentor Certification Program and obtained AOD certification may also be considered.
Knowledge of substance use disorder treatment practices, recovery-oriented systems of care, Motivational Interviewing, and evidence-based interventions.
Strong communication, counseling, documentation, and organizational skills.
Ability to effectively engage diverse participant populations in individual and group settings.
Ability to maintain professional boundaries and uphold ethical standards of conduct.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and electronic documentation systems.
Ability to successfully complete and pass a DOJ Live Scan background clearance.
Valid California driver’s license with no serious infractions within the past four years.
Ability to be insured under the agency’s automobile insurance policy.
Access to reliable personal transportation for work-related duties.
Current TB clearance and CPR/First Aid Certification, or ability to obtain them upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with justice-involved individuals, specifically Adult Parole populations, is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct individual and group substance use disorder counseling sessions for adults on parole.
Conduct participant assessments, intake interviews, and treatment planning activities.
Develop individualized treatment plans and support participants in achieving treatment goals.
Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and collaborate with program staff regarding participant progress and service needs.
Monitor participant engagement, attendance, and progress in treatment services.
Maintain accurate and timely participant documentation, including progress notes, assessments, treatment plans, and discharge summaries.
Use evidence-based interventions, motivational interviewing, and recovery-oriented practices in service delivery.
Communicate participant concerns, behavioral issues, and service needs to program leadership and DRP representatives as appropriate.
Assist participants with identifying barriers to recovery and accessing supportive community resources.
Maintain an assigned caseload and ensure compliance with documentation and reporting requirements.
Support program operations, quality assurance activities, and continuous improvement efforts.
Collaborate with CDCR staff, parole agents, behavioral health providers, and community partners.
Perform other duties as assigned.