SUD Counselor - Central East Regional Recovery Center

Episcopal Community Ser • National City, CA

9d • $24 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

The SUD Counselor provides counseling and case management services to clients requesting SUD treatment. This includes screening, assessment, referrals to treatment, group counseling, and individual counseling sessions as needed. The role is under the supervision of the Program Manager. The organization, ECS, aims to improve the lives of individuals and families facing homelessness, mental health challenges, and substance use disorders in San Diego by breaking systemic barriers and creating a more equitable society.

Requirements

• Current registration or certification from a California State Substance Use Disorders (SUD) certifying agency.
• At least one year of professional experience providing direct, indirect, or support services for alcohol and drug programs dealing with individual recovery or alcohol and drug problem reduction.
• Experience with clients with co-occurring disorders, including substance abuse.
• Must pass criminal background check through, Live Scan fingerprinting, FBI and Department of Justice.
• Must have CPR certification or be willing to acquire on the job.
• Must be free of debarment.
• ECS requires pre-hire medical clearance including drug/alcohol and TB screening.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a unified team approach to the provision of SUD treatment.
• Conduct individual counseling sessions.
• Conduct screenings, assessments and referrals utilizing the ASAM tool.
• Conduct group counseling sessions.
• Conduct client education sessions.
• Maintain accurate, complete, timely and legible program records following Drug Medi-Cal Standards.
• Monitor and document participant’s program compliance.
• Performs drug testing urinalysis specimen collections and screening as required.
• Provide case management services in client’s homes, treatment settings, and other community locations.
• Participate in Court meetings as necessary.
• Performs other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed