Counselor I - CAL
About The Position
Amity Foundation is seeking a Counselor I to deliver face-to-face rehabilitative programming services in the Integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program (ISUDTP) at its in-prison facilities. The role supports incarcerated participants through evidence-based programming and aims to provide an opportunity to develop training and experience in the field. Amity Foundation describes itself as a teaching and therapeutic community dedicated to inclusion and habilitation for people marginalized by addiction, homelessness, trauma, criminality, incarceration, poverty, racism, sexism, and violence. It is committed to research, development, implementation, and dissemination of information regarding community building.
Requirements
- Be registered with an organization approved by DHCS and obtain AOD certification within five years of the registration date.
- Understand the causes, symptoms, and effects of substance abuse, including its behavioral, psychological, physical, and social effects.
- Know the contractual requirements of ISUDTP.
- Have excellent interpersonal, written, and communication skills.
- Have operational knowledge of MS Office Suite and ARMS.
- Maintain sensitivity and objectivity under pressures associated with substance abuse treatment participants.
- Demonstrate ethical behavior to maintain professional standards and safeguard participants.
- Protect and maintain program participants’ health, safety, welfare, and the confidentiality of records and participant information.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate cognitive behavioral intervention (CBI) classes using evidence-based and standardized curricula.
- Conduct classes and individual sessions to develop release prevention/action plans and provide make-up work.
- Evaluate and document the progress of participants assigned to classes.
- Document delivery of CBI programming services in ARMS.
- Engage participants daily and reinforce group norms and expectations for participation and completion.
- Work collaboratively with CDCR/CCHCS headquarters, local institutions, and CDCR-contracted staff.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Contractor.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
- 401(k), HSA, and life insurance programs.
- An organization committed to community action.
- A community-oriented workplace.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
