Counselor I - (ASP)

Amity Foundation; Avenal (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

401K

HSA

On-site workplace

Evening shift

Job summary

Amity Foundation, an internationally acclaimed Teaching and Therapeutic Community, seeks compassionate counselors I to deliver ISUDTP in state prison facilities. This role focuses on rehabilitative services and supporting inmate participants.

You will facilitate CBI classes, document progress in ARMS, and work with CDCR staff. Requires DHCS-approved registration and AOD certification within five years. This is full-time, on-site, with evening shift.

Qualifications

• Understanding of substance abuse causes and effects.
• Knowledge of ISUDTP contractual requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and communication skills.
• Operational knowledge of MS Office Suite and ARMS.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate CBI classes using evidence-based curriculum.
• Conduct classes and individual sessions; develop release prevention plans.
• Evaluate and document participant progress.
• Document delivery of CBI services in ARMS.
• Engage participants daily and reinforce group norms.
• Collaborate with CDCR/CCHCS HQ, local institutions, and staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Communication skills

Education

AOD certification

DHCS registration

Tools

ARMS

MS Office

Job description

Amity Foundation, an internationally acclaimed Teaching and Therapeutic Community, is seeking compassionate and enthusiastic individuals with a desire to teach, learn and join our community as a Counselor I at our in-prison facilities. This groundbreaking opportunity not only will be working in our prison programs to help the inmate population but will also enhance your training and experience in the field.

About Amity:

Amity Foundation is a safe place where people can change in an environment that fosters trust; where new values can be formed; responsibility developed, and lasting relationships built. Amity is dedicated to the inclusion and habilitation of people marginalized by addiction, homelessness, trauma, criminality, incarceration, poverty, racism, sexism, and violence. Amity is committed to research, development implementation, and dissemination of information regarding community building.

Remembrance, Resolution, Reconciliation, Restoration, Renewal

About the Position:

The Counselor I is responsible for the delivery of face-to-face rehabilitative programming services provided in the Integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program (ISUDTP).

What You Will Do:

• Facilitate CBI classes, using evidence-based and standardized curriculum to the participants.
• Conduct class and facilitate individual sessions to develop release prevention/action plans and/or provide make-up work.
• Evaluate and document the progress of participants assigned to their classes.
• Document delivery of CBI programming services in ARMS.
• Engage participants daily and reinforce group norms and expectations for participations and completion.
• Work collaboratively with the CDCR/CCHCS headquarters, local institution, and CDCR contracted staff.
• Other related duties as assigned by the Contractor.

What You Will Bring:

Required:

Counselor I: Must be registered with an organization approved by DHCS and obtain their AOD certification within five (5) years of registration date.

• Understanding of causes, symptoms, and effects of substance abuse; appreciation for the behavioral, psychological, physical and social effects of drug abuse.
• Knowledge of contractual requirements of ISUDTP is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and communication skills.
• Operational knowledge of MS Office Suite and ARMS.
• Ability to maintain sensitivity and objectivity under pressures generated by association with substance abuse treatment participants. Demonstrate ethical behavior in order to maintain professional standards and safeguard the participants.
• Protect and maintain program participants’ health, safety, welfare, and confidentiality of records and participant information.

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Paid vacation, sick time, & holidays.
• 401K, HSA, & Life insurance programs.
• Organization committed to community action.
• Community oriented workplace.

TEMP positions do not offer benefits

$28 - $28 an hour

Full-Time

Hourly wage: $28.00

On-site

Work duties performed in a state prison.

Hiring for the evening shift: 11:30am - 8:00pm

This is a non-exempt position. The pay rate is $28.00