SUD Counselor/LPHA

Special Service for Groups- HOPICS•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

Under the direction of the Drug Medi-Cal Program Supervisor, the SUD Counselor/LPHA provides individual and group services to Drug Medi-Cal program clients, including counseling, intakes and assessments, treatment planning, and recovery planning for people with substance use disorders. The role includes case management, client documentation and data entry, toxicology testing, and coordination with program staff and community partners. The position requires working with homeless consumers and adults with co-occurring substance use, histories of abuse, and mental, physical, or developmental disabilities. It has no supervisory duties. Overtime, holiday, or weekend work may be required as assigned.

Requirements

Be a Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor and/or hold a master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field with current registration with the BBS.
Have at least three years of job-related experience in the substance use and/or mental health field.
Knowledge of DSM-V.
Knowledge of addiction and mental health disorders and the effects and symptoms of drug and alcohol use.
Knowledge of 12-step programs.
Ability to manage group settings and organize and manage multiple priorities.
Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Maintain annual TB test clearance.
If in recovery, have at least three years of being drug- and alcohol-free.
Ability to work with clients from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Effective written and oral communication skills, including the ability to motivate and communicate effectively with people receiving SUD counseling or treatment.
Verification of employment eligibility and completion of a background check.
Access to reliable transportation; a valid driver’s license may be required depending on assignment.
Ability to perform effectively in unpredictable or crisis situations, with distractions, interruptions, and changing priorities or work schedules.
Ability to process information, think, conceptualize, and effectively deal with personal trauma that may be triggered by the work.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group substance use disorder counseling and case management services.
Collaborate with clients to develop, complete documentation for, and implement treatment plans and recovery plans.
Complete progress notes within 24 hours of services and document activities in accordance with established standards of care.
Maintain client files and service records in compliance with HIPAA, CFR 42, and funding and auditing requirements.
Enter client data into the designated EHR/PCNX system within agency policy timelines.
Administer toxicology and drug tests according to established protocols and procedures.
Participate in weekly individual or group supervision, required meetings, training, collaborations, and Behavioral Health Team meetings; discuss, educate, present, or evaluate client issues and progress as needed.
Maintain professional boundaries and follow the agency Code of Ethics, HOPICS Core Values, mission, policies, procedures, and principles.
Coordinate transportation and transport clients when assigned.
Work effectively with homeless consumers and clients with co-occurring needs and diverse backgrounds.
Support administrative and data-related information technology department functions.
Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate DMC Program Supervisor, Senior Manager, Associate Director of Behavioral Health Services, or Division Director.