Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor II

Clare|Matrix; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Clare|Matrix is seeking a Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor II for a full-time position in Santa Monica, CA. In this role, you will collaborate with a Behavioral Health Clinician on treatment plans, provide case management, conduct goal-oriented sessions, and support clients through crises.

The successful candidate will have necessary counseling experience and certification as an AOD Counselor II. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals seeking support.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of experience working with mental health clients.
• Two years of experience in Substance Abuse treatment is required.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written counseling skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Work with Behavioral Health Clinician on treatment plans.
• Conduct goal-oriented case management sessions.
• Provide crisis intervention and emotional support to clients.
• Ensure compliance with contractual guidelines.

Skills

Counseling experience in substance abuse treatment

Crisis intervention skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to Behavioral Health

Certification as AOD Counselor II

Job description

Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor II

Full-time position.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Work in collaboration with Behavioral Health Clinician (Therapist) on treatment plan goals
• Provide weekly case management sessions related to treatment plan in collaboration with Behavioral Health Clinician
• File compliance ensuring contractual guidelines and CLARE|MATRIX standards are upheld
• Collaborative team work
• Ensure client files are upheld and managed to contractual and CLARE|MATRIX standards
• Conduct goal oriented case management sessions with caseload clients
• Conduct group counseling and educational sessions
• Act as a client advocate and assist clients with problem solving
• Provide appropriate referrals, following up on all referrals and interventions to ensure that the client has access to designated services.
• Provide crisis intervention and emotional support to clients when appropriate
• Maintain contact with each client as required by contract and program guidelines
• Maintain accurate and up to date information in each client’s chart and document client contact by using the EHR system
• Advocate with primary care providers to ensure access to quality treatment and/or care in collaboration with Behavioral Health Clinician
• Supervise residents in coordination of daily program activities
• Assure that all emergency needs of residents are met and these incidents are reported as required
• Respond appropriately to emergencies including contacting appropriate staff and supervisor(s), interacting with police, fire, and medical personnel as needed.
• Maintain open, complete, and accurate verbal and written communications with all staff and residents
• Attend and actively participate in case conferences, related training, and collaborative relationships between CLARE|MATRIX and established partners

Knowledge, Experience & Skills

• Candidate will have counseling experience in a substance abuse treatment center setting.
• Certification as AOD Counselor II is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to Behavioral Health (preferred)
• At least one (1) year experience working with mental health clients.
• 2 years’ experience working in the Substance Abuse treatment field.
• Demonstrable crisis intervention skills
• Excellent organizational, verbal, written, and counseling skills

Physical Demands

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.

Location

CLARE|MATRIX offices in Santa Monica, CA.

Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement

CLARE|MATRIX is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. CLARE|MATRIX does not discriminate because of gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, age or physical, mental or sensory challenges. No qualified applicant will be denied employment solely on the basis of having or not having a prior history of alcoholism or other drug addiction. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.