Community Counselor & Case Manager

WestCare Inc; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Inc. in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a compassionate professional to provide counseling services, group facilitation, and case management for clients in our program.

You will oversee intake, evaluate progress, and coordinate with community resources to support recovery and wellbeing. The role requires a High School diploma with preferred bachelor's or related field degree, and certification/licensure as needed.

Qualifications

• Alcohol and Drug Certification in good standing by an agency approved and recognized by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is required at time of hire. Or registered with at least 75% of education complete.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or related field is preferred, may substitute experience for education based on review of experience and transcripts.
• Three (1) year of experience in providing direct counseling services to persons with alcohol and/or drug problems is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Must be sensitive to populations served.
• Ability to obtain and maintain clearance from California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare's vehicle insurance is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Kern County Credentialing.
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual and group counseling services, case management services, education and community outreach services, and referrals to appropriate services and community resources as necessary.
• Oversee and provide intake and program orientation for the client and family members.
• Conduct assessment of psychological and social functioning and the development, implementation, and ongoing review of the clients Individual Treatment Plans, if required by the funding source.
• Participation in facilitating ancillary services, i.e., family support groups, family education groups, continuing care, networking with community agencies, developing and updating referral and resource information, etc.
• Maintenance of individual client treatment files in accordance with agency policies and procedures, including documentation of vocational/educational activities as well as all other pertinent documentation.
• General client supervision including facility operations, planning and scheduling therapeutic activities.
• Preparation of client progress reports, when necessary.
• Interaction with the criminal justice system and/or referral sources, when necessary.
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Counseling

Group facilitation

Case management

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Degree in Addiction Counseling / Criminal Justice / Social Work / Psychology or related field

Job description

WestCare Inc. in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a compassionate professional to provide counseling services, group facilitation, and case management for clients in our program.

You will oversee intake, evaluate progress, and coordinate with community resources to support recovery and wellbeing. The role requires a High School diploma with preferred bachelor's or related field degree, and certification/licensure as needed.