Chemical Dependency Counselor ( FT, AM shift)

Aurora Behavioral Charter Oak; Covina (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Aurora Charter Oak Hospital in Covina, CA is seeking a full-time CD Counselor to support patients with substance use disorders. The role involves assessing chemical use, conducting groups, guiding goals, and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to develop treatment plans.

Qualified candidates hold CA DHCS certifications (CADC/SUDCC/CATC) and a BLS for healthcare provider, with strong communication and documentation skills to foster recovery and long-term wellness.

Qualifications

• Certification by a recognized California DHCS required (CADC/SUDCC/CATC).
• Knowledge of substance use dynamics, problems, and treatment modalities.
• Experience with chemical dependency symptoms and treatment planning documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' stage and extent of chemical use.
• Conduct didactic and other patient groups.
• Guide patients in meeting treatment goals.
• Develop and implement a treatment plan with a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Communication

Group therapy

Therapeutic confrontation

Documentation

Treatment planning

Education

CADC/SUDCC/CATC certification

BLS for Healthcare Provider

Tools

TOT Certification

Job description

FULL-TIME

8-HR SHIFT

AM SHIFT

What We Do:

Charter Oak Hospital offers compassionate and individualized treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. We believe in a patient-centric approach, where every treatment plan is tailored to meet the specific needs of each person who walks through our doors.

What You’ll Do:

Our CD Counselor make a difference in the lives of our patients by providing quality care to individuals with substance abuse or chemical dependency problems. Our dedicated professionals work tirelessly to create an environment that fosters healing, growth, and long-term wellness. Incumbent responsibilities may include:

• Assess patients' stage and extent of chemical use
• Conducts didactic and other appropriate patient groups
• Guide patients in meeting treatment goals
• Develops and implements a plan of treatment, in conjunction with members of multi-disciplinary team

Education & Experience:

• Certification by a recognized California DHCS required (such as CADC, SUDCC, CATC)
• Knowledge of substance abuse dynamics, problem, treatment modalities
• Working knowledge of psychological and physical symptomatology associated with chemical dependency
• Communication, individual and group therapy skills
• Skills in therapeutic support and confrontation with chemical dependency patients
• Skills in treatment planning, related documentation
• Current BLS for healthcare provider card required upon hire
• Therapeutic Options™ (TOT) to be obtained prior to providing direct patient care without a preceptor

Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve!

Aurora Charter Oak Hospital has been delivering Behavioral Health Treatment Services for over 83 years. We are located on 10 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in Covina, California. Covina is about 22 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, in the San Gabriel Valley, close to 10, 60 and 210 FWY.

EEOC Employer. Aurora Charter Oak Hospital does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment.

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• Pay range: $24 - $28/hr
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance