Prison-Based Substance Abuse Counselor I

Amityfdn; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Amity Foundation in the United States seeks a Registered/Certified Substance Abuse Counselor I to deliver face-to-face rehabilitative programming in our Integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program (ISUDTP) within prison facilities.

You will conduct group and individual sessions, implement curriculum, develop treatment plans, and maintain confidential records. Strong interpersonal skills and adherence to DHCS/AOD certification standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Current AOD Certification with organization recognized by DHCS or registration with a DHCS-recognized body.
• Experience in delivering substance abuse treatment and counseling within a structured program.
• Ability to develop and monitor treatment/action plans and document progress.

Responsibilities

• Deliver group and individual treatment sessions to participants.
• Implement scheduled program curriculum and motivational interviewing techniques.
• Develop treatment plans and educate participants about supportive networks.
• Maintain accurate, confidential participant records and ARMS documentation.
• Collaborate with CDCR, DRP, CCHCS and facility staff; participate in program reviews.

Skills

Substance abuse knowledge

Interpersonal skills

MS Office ARMS

Ethical conduct

Confidentiality

Job description

Amity Foundation in the United States seeks a Registered/Certified Substance Abuse Counselor I to deliver face-to-face rehabilitative programming in our Integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program (ISUDTP) within prison facilities.

You will conduct group and individual sessions, implement curriculum, develop treatment plans, and maintain confidential records. Strong interpersonal skills and adherence to DHCS/AOD certification standards are essential.