Substance Use Treatment Counselor

A rapidly expanding, progressive Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program located in Saratoga, CA is seeking a California credentialed Counselor. The position includes medical, dental, vision, and vacation benefits.

DESCRIPTION: The AOD Counselor manages caseload of clients from varied cultural backgrounds. Provides 12 Core Functions of counseling services: pres-creening, intake, assessments, orientation, counseling, case management, client education, group facilitation, individual sessions, documentation, referrals, crisis management, and other duties and assignments.

REPORTS TO: Clinical Lead

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains client caseload and manages individual treatment processes from a culturally, co-occurring, and trauma informed perspective in conjunction with other clinical team members.

• Utilizing screening and assessment tools, monitors client appropriateness for levels of care and makes referrals as needed to meet clients' treatment goals.

• Gathers appropriate demographic information, develops treatment plans in conjunction with clients including short and long term goals that are measurable and time bound. Reviews treatment plans and updates as required.

• Conducts groups including educational groups, etc.

• Documents group notes, individual session notes, progress notes, updates, clinical staffing notes, incident reports and any other required documents in a timely manner and ensures each note is dated and signed.

• Can redirect and de-escalate crisis situations, conduct emergency management and has understanding of proper emergency procedures.

• Can identify signs of impending client emotional distress or crisis, is knowledgeable of co-occurring disorders and can conduct appropriate interventions or make appropriate referrals as situations arise.

• Works with Clinical Team and Clinical Director to conduct reviews of case management,

• May conduct testing (Urine Testing, breathalyzer, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 3 years substance abuse counseling experience;

• Must possess knowledge of substance abuse and co-occurring disorders, post acute withdrawal processes and symptoms, basic understanding of the role of medications in detox and support for clients who experience co-occurring disorders;

• Recognition of individuals under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs;

• Ability to work effectively as part of a treatment team and communicate effectively with staff, residents, family members and the community;

• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and an annual Tuberculosis test result;

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;

• Good organizational skills; ability to prioritize workload and work independently;

• Must comply with drug-free workplace guidelines;

• Registered, Certified or Licensed by CA recognized Certifying Organization or Licensing Body;

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule;

• Current California Driver's License.

REQUIREMENTS:

Must have at least 3 years of addiction counseling experience and be licensed/certified for drug and alcohol counseling. CADC I or II, MSW are also encouraged to apply. Minimum RAS, CADC with 3 years' experience. Please include a cover letter with your resume.