Substance Use Treatment Counselor/Group Facilitator

Shift: Tuesday-Saturday 2:00PM-10:30PM

Reports To: Clinical Director/Program Manager

• Counsels and manages caseload of clients from varied cultural backgrounds and co-occurring disorders.
• Provides 12 Core Functions of counseling services: pre-screening, intake, assessments, orientation, counseling, case management, client education, group facilitation, individual sessions, documentation, referrals, and crisis management.
• Works with a trauma-informed perspective in conjunction with other clinical team members.
• First Responders and Veterans is a plus for this position
• Utilizes screening and assessment tools, monitors client appropriateness for levels of care and makes referrals as needed to meet clients’ treatment goals.
• Documents treatment plan updates, 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.
• Communicates with managerial, clinical, and support staff when clients’ needs demand additional monitoring or attention, for instance, client is having emotional turmoil, experiencing crisis, etc.
• 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, provides clinical presentation during staff meetings of caseload with report outs on each client’s treatment plan updates or engagement (or lack thereof).
• May conduct testing (Urine Testing, breathalyzer, etc.)
• Communicates with local and national referral sources to develop extensive referral network for Summit Estate.
• Able to step in and fill multiple roles, participate and be fluid in cross-training tasks and skills which would include, if needed, able to assist with taking vitals, observing clients self-administering their own medications, documenting on med log, facilitating doctor visits, records detox monitoring. Have a thorough understanding or show a willingness to learn about the different types and uses of detox medications.
• Promotes a safe work environment complying with environment of care, safety, and infection control and universal precaution guidelines.
• May conduct client testing (urine screening, breathalyzer, etc.)

General Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year 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;
• Follows nondiscrimination laws and conduct in performance of duties;
• 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;
• High School diploma or GED;
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule;
• Current California Driver’s License.

Professional Conduct

• Represents Summit Estate Recovery Center in a professional manner with a courteous and cooperative attitude. Maintains punctuality and takes direction.
• Complies with all ethics and conduct codes; maintains clients’ rights.
• Maintains client confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines at all times.
• Complies with facility, departmental, safety, and human resources policies.
• Maintains a neat, professional appearance consistent with the dress code of Summit Estate Recovery Center.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Current TB Test Results (Annual Requirement)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Addiction counseling: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CADC or CATC or equivalent (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification / CPR (Preferred)

Work Location: In person