PRN Counselor - Recovery

Fair Oaks Recovery Center; Sacramento, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Fair Oaks Recovery Center in Sacramento, CA is seeking a PRN Counselor to provide treatment and support to clients recovering from addictions, including counseling for families when appropriate. The role emphasizes assessments, treatment planning, group and individual sessions, crisis intervention, and accurate documentation.

A bachelor’s degree in social services, addiction, or a closely related field and current licensure or certification as a social worker, counselor, or addiction counselor

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in social services, addiction, mental health or closely related health services field.
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
• Professional experience not required but internship or practicum in counseling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments to identify history, current needs, risk, and treatment requirements.
• Lead group, individual or family counseling sessions using evidence-based modalities.
• Prepare treatment plans and progress reviews, documentings as required.
• Provide crisis intervention and coordinate with insurance carriers as needed.
• Complete aftercare planning and facilitate education for clients and families.

Skills

Client assessment

Treatment planning

Group counseling

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Case management

Education

Bachelor's degree in social services, addiction, mental health or closely related health services field

Job description

PRN Counselor - Recovery | Fair Oaks Recovery Center | Sacramento, California

About the Job:

PURPOSE STATEMENT: The Counselor One provides treatment and support to assist clients in their recovery from addictions, such as alcoholism, drug addiction, or mental health disorders, assists with modifying problem behaviors; may also provide counseling services to families of clients.

Compensation: $25/hr-$28/hr

Must have a SUDCC, CADC or RADT certification to qualify.

Roles and Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts client assessments focused on identifying client history, current presentation, problem areas, ongoing clinical need for treatment and risk assessment.
• Conducts ongoing assessments of chemical dependence services required by the treatment program.
• Participates in and prepares client treatment planning and treatment plan progress reviews as assigned and documents as required.
• Conducts assigned group counseling, individual or family sessions and implements evidence-supported treatment modalities as assigned and documents as required.
• Provides client and family education relative to substance abuse/psychiatric problems.
• Ensures all documentation regarding client care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• Provides crisis intervention to clients, as needed, and seeks consultation as appropriate.
• Plans for and completes required documentation of aftercare for assigned clients.
• Acts as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• Provides case management duties for clients, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Conducts educational workshops both within the Hospital and in the community as required.
• Serves as a liaison with self-help groups and EAP professionals.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in social services, addiction, mental health or closely related health services field.
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
• Professional experience is not required, but experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum training is preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must have current and valid licensure or certification as a social worker, professional counselor, therapist or addiction counselor per state agency, including entry level licenses as issued by the state.
• CPR certification and de-escalation training required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

WORK LOCATION:

This position is onsite and is not a remote position.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

This position is an Individual Contributor.

Why Fair Oaks Recovery Center?

Fair Oaks Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Fair Oaks Recovery Center is an EOE.

Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply.