Substance Use Recovery Counselor
About The Position
This position is responsible for providing individual, group and collateral counseling and other supportive services which are appropriate to the participant’s recovery process. Facilitates various education and awareness workshops on topics appropriate to recovery. Assists clients in recovery and discharge planning. The population served includes Children, Adolescents, and Transition-Age Youth (TAY). This is a field-based / community setting role, working in schools, homes, and local community facilities. The services provided are part of a comprehensive mental health care program that includes psychiatric evaluation, Evidence-Based Practices (EBP), individual/family therapy, and multidisciplinary care delivered by psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and clinicians. The length of stay is outpatient/community-based and varies according to individual treatment plan and progress. This role involves interagency collaboration and transition support with school administrators, county social workers, probation officers, and case managers, as well as case management, parent partner support, life skills development, and wraparound community support services.
Requirements
- High School Diploma (Required).
- 1 year of experience providing substance use prevention and treatment services.
- Registered Alcohol/Drug Technician (must complete the certification program within the required timeframe) OR Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor
- Valid California Driver's License (Required)
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Providing individual, group and collateral counseling and other supportive services appropriate to the participant’s recovery process.
- Facilitating various education and awareness workshops on topics appropriate to recovery.
- Assisting clients in recovery and discharge planning.
- Interagency collaboration and transition support with school administrators, county social workers, probation officers, and case managers.
- Case management, parent partner support, life skills development, and wraparound community support services.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Generous Time Off
- Ample vacation and holiday pay
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
- On-the-job training
- Access to paid CEU opportunities.
- Career development programs designed to help you grow.
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
- Employee Recognition & Rewards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
