2026

United Indian Health Se•Arcata, CA

About The Position

Counsel and assist individuals dealing with substance abuse problems, such as alcohol and/or other substances. Provide multi-faceted substance abuse prevention activities for the American Indian community. Provide early intervention treatment opportunities for youth substance abusers and their families. Provide treatment and recovery support services to eligible clients.

Requirements

Must have high school diploma or equivalent
Be enrolled in a Practicum class or have graduated from a formal addiction studies program
Registered as a substance abuse counselor intern
Registered Alcohol/Drug Technician (RADT)
Registration must be from an accredited program approved by the California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs (ADP)
Must have two (2) or more years of related experience

Nice To Haves

An A.A degree is preferable
Must be Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor Associate (CADCA)
Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor I (CADC-I), Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor II (CADC-II), Licensed Advanced Alcohol Drug Counselor (LAADC) is preferable

Responsibilities

Independently provide Individual and Group counseling to assist clients in overcoming alcohol and drug dependency.
Refer clients to other support services as needed, including Residential Treatment and Detox. Provide case management for clients as needed to support their recovery.
Provide alcohol/substance abuse prevention activities for the community.
Provide youth specific substance abuse prevention and intervention groups.
Utilize cultural and traditional activities as part of prevention and intervention services.
Collaborate actively with other staff to coordinate substance abuse services, plan special events, and participate in weekly case consultation with other professionals.
Maintain electronic client health records in a complete and timely manner, including comprehensive assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries.
Develop treatment program with client to meet their recovery needs; monitor condition of client to evaluate success of therapy and adapt treatment as necessary.
Follow all agency, state, and federal guidelines regarding the legal and ethical practices of substance abuse treatment.
Attend department meetings and other assigned meetings.
Adhere to UIHS Communication Norms and Guiding Principles, accreditation, and compliance standards/guidelines.
Maintain a professional, organized, clean working environment by following organizational policies, guidelines, and safety standards.
Assist in development of departmental policy, procedures, and quality improvement activities within the clinic as directed.
Must be willing to learn more about the American Indian culture and attend at least one Cultural Presentation/Training per year.
Must be willing to work with American Indian/Alaska Native people and demonstrate cultural awareness and humility
Must be willing to deliver services in a culturally responsive manner.
Periodically provide substance abuse presentations, in-services, or other trainings to the community, UIHS staff, and Board.
This position may occasionally supervise substance abuse counseling interns or students as needed.