In-Prison Counselor I – Substance Use Treatment

Amity Foundation; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision.

Paid vacation, sick time, & holidays.

401K, HSA, & Life insurance programs.

Organization committed to community行动.

Community oriented workplace.

Job summary

Amity Foundation in California seeks a Counselor I to deliver face-to-face rehabilitative programming within the Integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program (ISUDTP) at state prison facilities.

The counselor will facilitate CBI classes, conduct sessions, document progress in ARMS, and work with CDCR staff to support inmate participants. Requires DHCS registration and AOD certification within five years; benefits include medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, and 401K.

Qualifications

• Registered with an organization approved by DHCS.
• AOD certification to be obtained within five years of registration.
• Understanding of substance abuse effects and prevention strategies.
• Knowledge of ISUDTP contractual requirements.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional ethics.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Tools

MS Office Suite

ARMS

Job description

Amity Foundation in California seeks a Counselor I to deliver face-to-face rehabilitative programming within the Integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program (ISUDTP) at state prison facilities.

The counselor will facilitate CBI classes, conduct sessions, document progress in ARMS, and work with CDCR staff to support inmate participants. Requires DHCS registration and AOD certification within five years; benefits include medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, and 401K.