About Job
COMPENSATION:
Compensation for roles at THE CAMP RECOVERY CENTER varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, THE CAMP RECOVERY CENTER provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California as set forth below.
Role Location: CALIFORNIA
Calculated Hourly Range for role Substance Abuse Counselors:
State- California - $24.00 - $28.00 per hour
BENEFITS:
The Camp Recovery Center provides a comprehensive package of benefits for our Substance Abuse Counselors. Current benefits include:
- Competitive hourly rate
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan
- Excellent training program
- Professional growth opportunity that is second to none in the industry.
AVAILABLE SHIFTS AND HOURS
This is a full time Counselor position: Tuesday - Saturday. Shifts are 8-hours, 5 days per week, and are overtime eligible.
PURPOSE STATEMENT:
Provide treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from addictions, such as alcoholism, drug addiction, eating disorders or other behavioral problems.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Conduct group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required.
- Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
- May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments for patients.
- May prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
- Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
- May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.
- Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
- May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
- May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
- May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care.
- Evaluate the need of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
- Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
- Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in social or health services field preferred.
- Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum through education or certification process required.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates; OR state license or certification eligible within the timeframe designated by the facility.
- CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
- First aid may be required based on state or facility.
ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Completion of ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances
(e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.
Education
Preferred- Bachelors or better in Counseling
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred- Cert Subs Use Dis Cnslr
Skills
Preferred- Problem Solving
- Planning & Organizing
- Safety Minded
- Leadership
- Communication
- Attention to Detail
Behaviors
Preferred- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Preferred- Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.