Behavioral Health Specialist III (Bilingual) - Caresline

County of Riverside; California; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established public health agency is seeking a Bilingual Behavioral Health Specialist III to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in providing crucial counseling, case management, and community outreach services to individuals facing substance abuse challenges. As part of a high-volume call center, you will work collaboratively with a team of behavioral health professionals to deliver essential support and education to clients and their families. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and have the required certifications, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive environment focused on improving community health and well-being.

Qualifications

• Registered or certified as an AOD Counselor at application date.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations governing substance abuse.

Responsibilities

• Interview and evaluate clients for substance abuse issues.
• Provide individual and group counseling for clients and families.

Skills

Bilingual Communication

Counseling Techniques

Substance Abuse Knowledge

Crisis Intervention

Community Outreach

Education

Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor Certification

Experience in Substance Abuse Treatment

Job description

The Riverside University Health Systems - Behavioral Health department is currently recruiting for Bilingual Behavioral Health Specialist III for Caresline. This posting will serve to fill multiple Behavioral Health Specialist III vacancies throughout Riverside County.

This position will serve the Caresline, a high-volume call center. Bilingual candidates preferred.

Under general supervision the Behavioral Health Specialist III, teams with behavioral health professionals in planning and providing behavioral health services; provides general counseling, case management, community outreach, and prevention services; and performs other related duties as required.

Candidates are required to be registered or certified at date of application as an Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Counselor and to have a valid Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) certification or registration in accordance with the certification requirements as pursuant to Sections 11755, 11864, 11876 (a), and 11834.50 of the California Health and Safety Code and Sections 9846, 10125 and 10564 of the California Code of Regulations through either the California Consortium of Addictions Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) or the California Association of DUI Treatment Programs or Addiction Counselor Certification Board of California (ACCBC).

A valid CADL is required.

Meet the Team!
RUHS-Behavioral Health

1. Interview, evaluate, and counsel clients relative to alcoholism or drug abuse.
2. Refer clients to County operated and/or community treatment facilities (e.g., detoxification centers, hospitals, recovery homes, residential treatment programs, or DUI program providers).
3. Provide individual and group counseling sessions for clients and their families affected by substance abuse.
4. Participate in joint County-community agency efforts in providing educational and prevention services to control and prevent substance abuse.
5. Under direct supervision, monitor and evaluate program providers and determine compliance with program requirements; assist in planning, organizing, coordinating, and implementing program design within the program; assist in resolving crises for clients and their families.
6. Participate in substance abuse treatment and prevention programs; conduct community visits to assist substance abuse clients and their families achieve success in the program.
7. Monitor client's course after discharge to ensure continuum of care and provide for adjustment.
8. Under supervision, may monitor a variety of County and state mandated program providers by conducting site visits and record reviews to ensure compliance with County and state mandates.
9. Assist in making preliminary recommendations as to the appropriateness and quality of treatment and prevention services; may analyze new and current legislation on the delivery of program services.
10. Provide educational presentations on the abuse of alcohol and other drugs.
11. Prepare and maintain records, reports, and correspondence regarding substance abuse cases; maintain records on client case work.

OPTION I Experience: One year of providing individual or group counseling to individuals in a substance abuse treatment program/facility, which must have included responsibility for assessing, evaluating and making referrals, either individually or as part of a team led by a substance abuse or medical professional, for substance abuse clients.
Certificate: Incumbents are required to be registered by the date of hire with an Alcohol and Other Drug certification in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 11833(b)(1).

OPTION II Certificate: Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Counselor Certification.

ALL OPTIONS Knowledge of: Basic principles and practices involved in improving behavioral health; laws, rules and regulations governing a public substance abuse agency; counseling techniques applicable to substance abuse treatment and prevention; social, cultural, psychological, and economic factors relating to substance abuse; public agency, community resources, community based support systems, and their functions; use of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) screening criteria for consumer placement into appropriate levels of care; providing appropriate services for consumers with co-occurring SUD and MH disorders; tenets of providing trauma-informed care; medications used for Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services; laws and ethics involved in the provision of substance use services.

Ability to: Work effectively with a variety of different agencies, organizations and individuals; interview and evaluate clients experiencing substance abuse problems; counsel and guide clients toward independence from substance abuse; assess and monitor program providers and develop recommendations; communicate effectively in verbal and written form; assist in the development and implementation of new ideas, methods and programs related to substance abuse treatment and substance abuse prevention; match multidimensional severity and level of function with type and intensity of service; provide integrated services.

Experience: One year providing direct evidence-based prevention services in a recognized substance abuse prevention program.

ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: Basic principles and practices involved in improving behavioral health; laws, rules, and regulations governing a public substance abuse agency; counseling techniques applicable to substance abuse treatment and prevention; social, cultural, psychological, and economic factors relating to substance abuse; public agency, community resources, community based support systems, and their functions.

Ability to: Work effectively with a variety of different agencies, organizations, and individuals; interview and evaluate clients experiencing substance abuse problems; counsel and guide clients toward independence from substance abuse; assess and monitor program providers and develop recommendations; communicate effectively in verbal and written form; assist in the development and implementation of new ideas, methods, and programs related to substance abuse treatment and substance abuse prevention.

For questions regarding this recruitment contact the recruiter, Nicole Prado:[e-mail].