Counselor I - CMC

Amity Foundation; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid vacation, sick time, & holidays

401K, HSA, & Life insurance programs

Community action organization

Community oriented workplace

Job summary

Amity Foundation in California’s state prison system seeks compassionate Counselors I to deliver rehabilitative programming within the ISUDTP. You will facilitate CBI classes, conduct individual sessions, document progress, and maintain group norms in a secure, state-prison setting.

The role requires registration with a DHCS-approved organization and completion of AOD certification within five years, with opportunities to collaborate with CDCR staff and contractors for program success.

Qualifications

• Registered with an organization approved by DHCS.
• Must obtain AOD certification within five years of registration.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of ARMS and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver face-to-face rehabilitative programming in ISUDTP.
• Facilitate CBI classes using evidence-based curriculum.
• Conduct individual sessions to develop release prevention plans.
• Document progress and delivery of services in ARMS.
• Engage participants daily and reinforce group norms.
• Collaborate with CDCR/CCHCS staff and local institutions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

MS Office

ARMS proficiency

Ethical conduct

Education

AOD certification within 5 years

Tools

ARMS

MS Office Suite

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.

$28 - $28 an hour

Full-Time

Hourly wage: 28.00

On-site

Work duties performed in a state prison.