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Job Title:

Adult Substance Abuse Counselor

Division/Program:

Assertive Community Treatment

Starting Compensation:

24.36 - 29.23 USD per Hour

Working Location:

San Jose: North San Jose Center (In-Person position)

Working Hours/Shift:

Full-Time, Monday-Friday, AM Shift

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities:
  • On-the-job training with 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: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What you bring to SBHG (qualifications):

• High School Diploma required.
• At least 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 (CADC)
• Valid California Driver's License

NOTE: This position requires driving from home to home, working with clients in the community, and possibly transporting clients in personal vehicles.

Must possess a valid California Driver's License and maintain a driving record that meets the company driver's eligibility policy.

How you will make a difference (job overview):

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.

Division/Program Overview:

• The program sees adults (18+) and older adults.
• It is a FULLY community-based program - all services happen at a person's home or community.
• The clients have complex needs - medication, housing, vocational, independent living and mental health.
• The intensity for services for each client is about 10 hours per month and once we are fully up and running, we'll have a census of about 50 adults.
• We are preparing to also start an Adult Outpatient Program which this position would oversee as well. Eventually, this position will have all our Adult programs, including IHOT.

Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

For Additional Information:

Norcalrecruitment@starsinc.com

In accordance with California law, the grade for this position is 24.36 - 36.54. Placement within the grade is determined based on experience, internal equity, and other factors permitted by law.