Counselor I - WSP

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Sick time and holidays

401K

Job summary

Amity Foundation, an in-prison counseling program, seeks a Counselor I to deliver face-to-face rehabilitative services within the Integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program. The role focuses on facilitating CBT classes, individual sessions, and progress documentation to support inmate rehabilitation and successful reentry.

Requirements include DHCS-approved registration with AOD certification within five years, strong communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office and ARMS.

Qualifications

• Understanding of causes, symptoms, and effects of substance abuse; appreciation for behavioral, psychological, physical and social effects of drug abuse.
• Knowledge of ISUDTP contractual requirements.
• 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 to safeguard participants' records.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Substance abuse knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

MS Office Suite

ARMS

Ethical conduct

Confidentiality

Tools

MS Office Suite

ARMS

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.