Substance Use Treatment Group Facilitator

Shift: Tuesdays 3:30PM-7:30PM (with potential for more hours in the future)

Reports To: Clinical Director/Program Manager

• Facilitate substance use disorder (SUD) and recovery-focused group sessions using evidence-based practices and a trauma-informed approach.
• Maintain group structure, engagement, and adherence to program curriculum and guidelines.
• Observe and report client participation, progress, and behavioral concerns to the clinical team as appropriate.
• Uphold confidentiality and professional boundaries in all client interactions.
• Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive group environment.
• Conduct client testing (e.g., urine screening, breathalyzer) as needed for group participants.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure continuity of care and adherence to 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.
• Promotes a safe work environment complying with environment of care, safety, and infection control and universal precaution guidelines.

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 Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $29.00 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