Counselor II - (SCC)

Amity Foundation; Jamestown (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid vacation and holidays

401K, HSA

Life insurance

Community-focused workplace

Job summary

Amity Foundation in California is seeking a compassionate Counselor II to deliver face-to-face rehabilitative programming within the Integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program (ISUDTP) across prison facilities. You will facilitate CBI classes and individual sessions, evaluating progress and maintaining detailed records in ARMS.

Working closely with CDCR/CCHCS headquarters, local institutions, and contracted staff, you will uphold confidentiality, ethical standards, and participant

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• AOD Certification with DHCS-approved organization.
• Understanding of substance abuse causes, effects and treatment.
• Knowledge of ISUDTP contractual requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and ARMS.

Responsibilities

• Deliver face-to-face rehabilitative programming in ISUDTP.
• Facilitate CBI classes using evidence-based curriculum.
• Conduct individual sessions to develop release prevention/action plans.
• Evaluate and document participant progress in ARMS.
• Engage participants daily and reinforce group norms.
• Collaborate with CDCR/CCHCS HQ, local institutions, and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Contractual requirements ISUDTP

MS Office Suite

ARMS

Ethical conduct

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

AOD Certification

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 and learn. Join the team as a Counselor II, create change with our programs in the many prison facilities seeking assistance. This ground breaking opportunity gives you the chance to work in our prison programs to help the inmate population, and 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 II 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; and
• Other related duties as assigned by the Contractor.

What You Will Bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Current AOD Certification with 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.

$33.60 - $33.60 an hour

This is a Non-Exempt position. Hourly wage: $32/hr - $38.45/hr