AODS Counselor II - DUI Program (Hybrid)

County of Sonoma (CA); Santa Rosa (CA); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Telework

Salary Advancement

Bilingual Premium Pay

Paid Time Off

County Health Premium Contributions

Staff Development/Wellness

Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement

Retirement

Paid Parental Leave

Additional Benefits

Student Loan Debt Relief

Job summary

County of Sonoma (CA) seeks an Alcohol and Other Drug Services Counselor II to support the DUI program, delivering case management, counseling, and evaluations to offenders referred by the court. The role emphasizes assessment, documentation, and coordinating services to ensure participants meet program requirements.

The position offers a competitive salary up to $52.94/hour ($110,492/year) with a comprehensive benefits package, potential bilingual premium pay, and hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Must have ethical judgment in DUI cases and client needs.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws applicable to DUI programs.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Fluency in English and Spanish preferred.
• Experience with motivational interviewing and crisis intervention.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and ethical standards.
• Completion of Counselor Certification within six months if not licensed.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management, counseling, education, and evaluations to participants.
• Screen, assess, document, and prepare reports for court and client programs.
• Coordinate referrals with DMV and ensure program compliance.
• Audit files, documentation, and caseloads regularly.
• Collaborate with DUI program and other agencies to deliver services.

Skills

Ethical judgment

Active listening

Cultural competence

Motivational interviewing

Crisis intervention

Boundary setting

Professional development

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Two years experience in DUI/alcohol & drug education

Bachelor’s degree in sociology, psychology or related field

Job description

County of Sonoma (CA) seeks an Alcohol and Other Drug Services Counselor II to support the DUI program, delivering case management, counseling, and evaluations to offenders referred by the court. The role emphasizes assessment, documentation, and coordinating services to ensure participants meet program requirements.

The position offers a competitive salary up to $52.94/hour ($110,492/year) with a comprehensive benefits package, potential bilingual premium pay, and hybrid work arrangements.