Substance Use Disorder Counselor - CERTIFIED

Family Health Centers of San Diego•San Diego, CA

About The Position

Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is hiring a certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor to provide substance abuse screening, brief interventions, and individual and group therapy, and to coordinate patient referrals. The counselor also provides leadership and staff training related to chemical dependency and serves as a subject matter expert on the cross-functional treatment team. The role provides counseling and recovery support to patients with substance abuse or dependency disorders, contributes to individualized care plans, and works with multidisciplinary teams and community agencies to support continuity of care. The counselor serves assigned patient populations and provides education and referral information to patients, families, and staff. This is a regular full-time position. Traveling between sites and other locations is occasionally required. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to community medicine and culturally competent care for medically underserved populations. The salary range is $32.00–$35.39.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Certification from a California State Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Services certifying agency.
Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advanced Resuscitation Training.
At least 1 year of experience providing counseling.
Valid California driver’s license, an automobile, and proof of minimum car insurance levels required by California law; an acceptable driving record is also required.
Ability to travel between sites and other locations occasionally.

Nice To Haves

2 years of experience providing counseling to assigned patient demographics, such as patients diagnosed with serious mental illness or HIV.

Responsibilities

Complete required documentation accurately, thoroughly, and on time in accordance with department standards and patients’ insurance requirements.
Develop and maintain information about community resources and contacts related to the assigned patient population.
Act as a liaison and provide consultations with community agencies as needed.
Participate in the design and implementation of mental health and substance abuse service delivery, working with the multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
Provide direct substance abuse counseling, including crisis intervention and individual, group, and family counseling for assigned patient populations experiencing substance abuse or dependency disorders.
Support patients in maintaining treatment and recovery.
Provide substance abuse education and referral information to patients, families, and staff about counseling and treatment services.
Conduct substance abuse screening and assessments.
Participate in developing patients’ individualized care plans.
Assess patients’ need for enrollment in medical or self-help programs, outpatient services, or residential facilities, and make referrals when necessary.
Provide leadership and training to staff on chemical dependency issues and serve as a subject matter expert on the cross-functional treatment team.
Perform other duties as assigned.