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The Office of Homeless Services invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Alcohol and Drug Counselors provide screening, counseling, referrals, and field-based outreach services to individuals experiencing substance use disorders and homelessness. Duties include short-term crisis intervention; planning and implementing supportive and educational counseling; assisting clients in recognizing and addressing social and cultural patterns, family problems, and personal dysfunctional behaviors that contribute to alcoholism, drug abuse, and homelessness; participating in education and prevention activities and presenting to community groups.
Duties may include but are not limited to:
Field-Based Outreach: Conducting field-based outreach to individuals experiencing substance use disorders and homelessness, with sensitivity and respect for diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
Crisis Response: Responding promptly to time-sensitive incidents by driving either a personal or county vehicle to remote or distant locations as required, ensuring timely resolution and support based on the nature and urgency of the situation.
Case Management: Conducting intake evaluations, maintaining case files, preparing reports, documenting client contacts, referrals, and progress in accordance with program guidelines. Ensuring timely, accurate completion of paperwork while prioritizing client engagement and service delivery. Monitoring and documenting clients' progress toward recovery; recommending discharge from clinic programs or referral to more intensive treatment.
*Official Job Title: Alcohol and Drug Counselor
For more information, refer to the job description.
For more information, refer to the job description.
JOIN OUR TEAM & MAKE AN IMPACT IN YOUR COMMUNITY!
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HEALTH BENEFITS | PAID TIME OFF | RETIREMENT PERKS |
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DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short & Long-Term Disability Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement | ||
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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Field-Based Outreach: Incumbents must be willing and able to visit clients in the field and other settings (encampments, street corners, shelters, etc.) to perform complete needs assessments and be able to visually observe injuries and the client's environment as mandated by the State.
Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position (mileage reimbursement is available at current IRS rates). A clean driving record and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
Pre-Employment Process : Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, credit check, and/or medical exam, which may include drug and/or TB testing.
Sponsorship: Please note that San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
| Certification/License: | Valid certification or license as an Alcohol or Other Drug (AOD) counselor by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). |
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| Experience: | One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience in a Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program performing counseling, crisis intervention, and community resource referrals. Experience must include homeless outreach and/or frequent contact with individuals experiencing homelessness. Experience must be clearly demonstrated on the application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration. Failure to clearly describe experience with homeless outreach and/or frequent service contact with individuals experiencing homelessness will result in disqualification. |
The ideal candidate will be a certified AOD counselor and have exceptional communication skills with the ability to clearly convey information and ideas both orally and in writing, a customer service background, and presentation skills. it is highly desirable for candidates to have experience in behavioral health programs with homeless individuals who have co-occurring disorders.
Evaluation Procedure: There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience in the work experience section of your application. Resumes will not be reviewed. Application Procedure:
Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00PM, Friday, July 25, 2025. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you require technical assistance, please click on the following link to review the Government Jobs or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Please review the for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
Professional Field
Counseling
Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare FieldPatient Focus
Diagnoses
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Dual Diagnosis
Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders
Issues
Alcohol Use
Substance Abuse
Therapeutic Approach
Methodologies
ECT
Modalities
Families
Individuals
Practice Specifics
Populations
Homeless/Indigent
Individuals with Addiction Issues
Racial Justice Allied
Settings
Government
Milieu
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Substance Abuse Treatment Facilities
Telehealth/Telemedicine
Home Health/In-home
Military
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