Recovery Counselor

Muir Wood Healthcare; Clovis (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k + Match

PTO/Sick Pay

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

A leading behavioral healthcare provider in Clovis seeks a Certified Recovery Counselor to deliver counseling and therapeutic services to teens. The role involves facilitating group sessions, coordinating client programming, and participating in family support activities. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Social Work, availability for weekends, and preferably hold CADC or SUDCC certifications. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Social Work is required.
• Experience working with dually diagnosed individuals is preferred.
• Availability to work weekends is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Meet with residents individually at least once a week.
• Facilitate group sessions as directed.
• Participate in family programming sessions as needed.

Skills

Counseling

Group Facilitation

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor Degree in Psychology or Social Work

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Level (CADC)

Substance Use Disorder Certified Counselor (SUDCC)

Job description

About Muir Wood Teen Treatment

Muir Wood Teen Treatment is a leading provider of residential and outpatient behavioral healthcare for teens ages 12–17. With programs in Sonoma County, Clovis, and Riverside, we specialize in treating primary mental health and co‑occurring substance use disorders.

Description

Muir Wood Teen Treatment is a leading provider of residential and outpatient behavioral healthcare for teens ages 12–17. With programs in Sonoma County, Clovis, and Riverside, we specialize in treating primary mental health and co‑occurring substance use disorders.

Our trauma‑informed, relationship‑centered approach combines evidence‑based clinical care, accredited academics, and family involvement—creating environments where teens and families can heal together.

Every teammate plays an important role in that mission. Whether you work directly with clients or support our programs behind the scenes, your compassion, presence, and professionalism help create hope and lasting change for the families we serve.

The Certified Recovery Counselor is responsible for providing counseling and therapeutic clinical services to patients, providing counseling and linkage assistance within a residential environment, including responsibilities maintaining the program milieu. This position is also responsible for the overall operation of the facility in accordance with policies and procedures, current federal, state and local standards, including guidelines and regulations governing our facility to assure that our facility is maintained in a safe manner.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Meet with residents/clients individually a minimum of once per week.
• Facilitate group sessions as determined by the Clinical Director.
• Coordinate all aspects of the Counselors role in client programming including the assignment and evaluation of Level Advancement assignments.
• As part of a treatment team, collaborate on approvals of all outings and activities for residential clients.
• Participate in family programming sessions as requested and required by the Program Director.
• Responsible for the timely completion of clinical documentation (progress and group notes).
• Attend weekly treatment team meetings, staff meetings, and clinical supervision if needed, and is instructed by Program Director.
• Develop off campus meeting schedule (if deemed appropriate) for residents to attend AA, Al‑Anon, and NA meetings with staff accompaniment.
• Locate and assign alternatives to meetings in the community by accessing other resources such as Smart Recovery, Celebrate Recovery, etc.
• Attend meetings, trainings and conferences representing Muir Wood as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned by the Clinical Director and Recovery Program Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Psychology, Social Work
• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Level (CADC) preferred
• Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor (CATC) preferred
• Substance Use Disorder Certified Counselor (SUDCC) preferred
• Availability to work weekends
• Experience working with dually diagnosed individuals preferred
• TB required and health screen, along with CPR and first aid

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401k + Match
• PTO/Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Marketplace

Muir Wood Adolescent & Family Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.