Substance Use Disorder Counselor - CalAIM

Wellpath • Oroville, CA

3d

About The Position

The Substance Use Disorder Counselor evaluates, treats, and supports individuals in their recovery from substance use disorders. This role works as part of an interdisciplinary team to help support positive clinical outcomes and prepare individuals for discharge. The position promotes continuity of care by collaborating with care teams and supporting ongoing treatment needs. The counselor provides substance use disorder services to justice-involved individuals in alignment with Medi-Cal and CalAIM program requirements.

Requirements

• High School diploma and certification required.
• Experience providing SUD counseling required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in health services field is preferred.
• Ability to practice independently preferred.
• Licensure or certification or license/certification eligible as required by state in which employed

Responsibilities

• Conduct SUD screenings, assessments, and provide individual and group counseling while developing person-centered treatment plans.
• Focus on engagement, stabilization, relapse prevention, and readiness for continued treatment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and contribute clinical input to discharge planning and continuity of care.
• Coordinate with external providers and agencies to support ongoing treatment and post-release services.
• Maintain compliant clinical documentation, provide crisis intervention, and ensure confidentiality requirements are met.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k
• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!
• Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
• Company paid life insurance
• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED