Counselor I - (ISP)

Amity Foundation; Blythe (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid vacation, sick time, & holidays

401K, HSA, & Supplementary Life

Job summary

Amity Foundation in California seeks a Counselor I to deliver in-prison rehabilitative programming as part of the ISUDTP. You will lead CBI classes, conduct individual sessions, and track progress in ARMS, helping participants build release‑prevention plans.

The role requires AOD certification within five years and current AOD registration, plus strong interpersonal skills and MS Office/ARMS proficiency.

Qualifications

• Obtain AOD certification within five years.
• Current AOD Registration with a DHCS‑approved organization.
• Knowledge of ISUDTP contractual requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Operational knowledge of MS Office Suite and ARMS.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

AOD awareness

Education

AOD certification

AOD Registration

Tools

MS Office Suite

ARMS

Job description

About Amity:

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.

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:

• Must obtain their AOD certification within five (5) years of registration date.
• Current AOD Registration with an organization approved by the DHCS.
• 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:

• Employer-sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid vacation, sick time, &holidays.
• 401K, HSA, & Supplementary Life insurance programs.
• An organization committed to social justice and community action.
• A Community-oriented workplace.

$28 - $28 an hour

This is a non-exempt position. The pay rate is $28/hr.