Outpatient Substance Abuse Counselor (CA)

BayMark Health Services; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Accident Injury, Hospital Indemnity

Short & Long Term Disability

Basic Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Flexible Sick Time

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

BayMark Health Services seeks a compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to support patients through medically assisted treatments and coping strategies. The role includes individual and group sessions, crisis management, and collaboration with doctors and nurses to improve outcomes.

Must be a Certified Counselor in California with experience with chemically dependent individuals and a non-judgmental, accepting attitude. A drug screen and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Certified Counselor in the State of California.
• Experience with chemically dependent individuals preferred; non-judgmental attitude required.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling; direct service hours at regularly scheduled intervals; coordinate all services throughout treatment.
• Completes Bio-psychosocial assessment.
• Facilitates, establishes and reviews with each patient the initial treatment plan.
• Develop aftercare plans and discharge plans.
• Ensure efficient and effective delivery of counseling services to all patients.
• Other related duties as determined by supervisor.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Non-judgmental attitude

Education

Certified Counselor in California

Job description

BayMark Health Services seeks a compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to support patients through medically assisted treatments and coping strategies. The role includes individual and group sessions, crisis management, and collaboration with doctors and nurses to improve outcomes.

Must be a Certified Counselor in California with experience with chemically dependent individuals and a non-judgmental, accepting attitude. A drug screen and background check are required.