Prison-Based Substance Use Counselor II/III

Amity Foundation; Avenal (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision.

Paid vacation, sick time, & holidays.

401K, HSA, & Life insurance programs.

Community action commitment.

Community oriented workplace.

Job summary

Amity Foundation in California seeks compassionate individuals to join our community as Counselor II/III. The role delivers ISUDTP face-to-face rehabilitative programming in a prison setting, with a focus on evidence-based, group and individual work.

You will facilitate CBI classes, document progress, and collaborate with CDCR/CDCR contracted staff to support release planning and re-entry goals. Certification as AOD Counselor is required; experience varies by level.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering AOD counseling services.
• Proven ability to facilitate evidence-based curricula in group settings.
• Ability to document progress and outcomes in program 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.
• Document delivery of CBI services in ARMS.
• Engage participants daily and reinforce group norms.
• Collaborate with CDCR/CCHCS staff and contracted personnel.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CBI Facilitation

Group facilitation

Documentation

Education

Certified AOD Counselor

Job description

Amity Foundation in California seeks compassionate individuals to join our community as Counselor II/III. The role delivers ISUDTP face-to-face rehabilitative programming in a prison setting, with a focus on evidence-based, group and individual work.

You will facilitate CBI classes, document progress, and collaborate with CDCR/CDCR contracted staff to support release planning and re-entry goals. Certification as AOD Counselor is required; experience varies by level.