Counselor AOD Registered MC

Southern California Alcohol and Drug Programs•Downey, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Southern California Alcohol and Drug Programs, Inc. (SCADP) was established in 1972 in a grassroots effort by community members seeking alternatives to prison for individuals with substance use disorder (SUD). SCADP is now a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing residential treatment services and outpatient counseling services to individuals throughout Los Angeles, as well as housing and supportive services for survivors of domestic violence. SCADP now offers services with a continuum of care to underserved and disadvantaged populations throughout the Los Angeles area. PAY RATE: $23.65 - $24.89 Per Hour BENEFITS: SCADP offers competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE The Counselor AOD I � MC, is a Registered AOD Counselor, under supervision of a Certified AOD Counselor or Licensed Therapist, is responsible for the provision of alcohol and drug treatment services to clients and their families, engaging in treatment plan process with therapist and case manager and ongoing clinical documentation to support the whole person care of the client. The Counselor will have completed the formal coursework required for Certification by an approved Certifying Organization, and be achieving the supervised hours required for Certification. Meets annual registration renewal requirements and submits annual renewal of Registration until Certification is earned.

Requirements

Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications
Ability to perform under circumstances of possible emotional stress and conflicts dealing with difficult, uncooperative, and potentially aggressive clients as SCADP serves the neediest of the needy in our programs which may include clients with homelessness, mental-illness, substance abuse, recently released from incarceration and other challenges.
Alcohol and Drug Counseling Registration by an approved accrediting organization (CCAPP, CADTP or CADEE)
A minimum of 1 year of experience in the provision of SUD treatment services working with the target population

Nice To Haves

Bachelor�s Degree in Social Services related discipline
Strong crisis management skills
Conflict resolution & de-escalation skills
Bilingual Spanish and English (written and verbal)
Demonstrated ability with EHR

Responsibilities

As -part of a multi-disciplinary Case Management team, performs primary alcohol and drug counseling functions including screening, assessment, and intake; Provides one on one mentoring and support to clients
Teaches clients independent living and problem-solving skills � develop, plan and initiate methods of exposing clients to healthy lifestyle activities designed to alter former lifestyles, attitudes, images and other negative behavioral patterns.
Acts as advocate for client before outside social service and legal organizations
Collaborate with Case Manager and therapist to ensure that critical linkages to support services meeting the medical, mental health, housing and education needs of the participant are consistently and effectively delivered;
As part of the Case Management Team, conducts crisis intervention
Leads or coordinates group, individual, and educational sessions
Coordinates treatment services with members of the multidisciplinary Case Management team
Conducts discharge and transition planning; drafts discharge summary
Meets regularly with supervisor and multidisciplinary Case Management Team to ensure the implementation of prescribed treatment protocol, the success of the client in the execution of the treatment/case plan.
Attend and participate in scheduled supervision meetings with assigned supervisor;
Attend and participate in shift exchange meetings, case conferences, staff meetings and other treatment team meetings in accordance with program needs
Ensures timely and accurate records are kept, both hard (paper) copy and electronic health records. These records shall document all treatments and client progress, including records of client self-administration of prescribed medication.
The Counselor shall monitor Self-administration of medication, and shall monitor and collect drug screens as may be required. All record-keeping shall support client�s privacy rights under HIPAA, be in accord with State and Federal law, and SCADP policy and procedure.
Prepare reports as required by funder.
Adheres to professional standards of care and conduct, as set forth by licensure/certification and SCADP policy, including ongoing professional education and organizational training sessions as may be required.
Transports program participants to scheduled appointments, events and meetings as may be required and as assigned.
Assist with program and outreach events as may be required.
Participates in coverage of telephone hotline, pursuant to organization training and procedure.
Other duties as may be required to support SCADP mission and goals.
Services for this position must be provided on-site. As a result, the position requires incumbents to report to work on-site each day of active employment
Perform client screening, intake, orientation, and assessment functions necessary to complete admission to the residential program, and screen for continuing stay criteria based on ASAM Criteria.
Deliver treatment using trauma informed approach and evidence based practice protocols
Provide individual, group and therapeutic counseling
Act as client advocate to agencies and persons when appropriate
Respond to client crises and emergencies as needed
Conducts discharge and transition planning; drafts discharge summary
Provides complete, timely, and accurate documentation of all treatment in Electronic Health Record system and client files, ensuring confidentiality as required by HIPAA.
Participates in routine clinical supervision with supervisor
Attend staff meetings, case conferences, required training to ensure continuum and quality of care.
Performs required professional education and program training
Other duties as required and is subject to change at any time.
As service providers to the underprivileged and vulnerable in our community, all employees are considered Mandated Reporters, and must report any instance of physical or sexual abuse to proper authorities.