Registered SUD Counselor - MAT & Recovery Support

Kings View Corporation; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kings View is seeking a Registered SUD Counselor in Tulare, CA to provide individual and group counseling within MAT programs. You will manage a caseload, conduct assessments, develop and update treatment plans, and coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes adherence to Title 9/22, HIPAA, and confidentiality, with strong documentation, timely progress notes, and a commitment to recovery-focused services in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current SUD counselor registration in good standing with a California DHCS-recognized certifying organization.
• Valid California Class C driver’s license, as required by the job description.
• At least 2,080 hours of related experience, or an associate degree / 60 college semester units emphasizing behavioral or social sciences.
• Knowledge of MAT, methadone/buprenorphine treatment, counseling methods, treatment planning, and SUD program operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned caseload and provide individual counseling, group counseling, case management, and recovery education.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans; complete initial assessments and plans within 28 days of admission.
• Review and update treatment plans at least every three months or as needed; complete discharge summaries within 30 days of discharge.
• Monitor participation, attendance, client progress, and adherence to treatment and program requirements.
• Maintain accurate and timely progress notes, treatment plans, drug-screening records, and other required documentation; submit plans and requests for Clinical Supervisor review.
• Collect urine specimens and administer other drug screening procedures as assigned and consistent with clinic protocols.
• Coordinate care with medical, counseling, and administrative staff and communicate with referral agencies and other partners as appropriate.
• Assist with financial assessments, fee collection, and client payment schedules as assigned.
• Follow applicable MAT program requirements, Title 9 and Title 22 regulations, HIPAA, and substance-use confidentiality requirements.
• Participate in supervision, team meetings, required training, and professional development; follow safety and crisis response protocols.

Skills

Counseling

Case management

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

SUD Counselor registration (CA DHCS)

Valid CA Driver’s license

Job description

Kings View is seeking a Registered SUD Counselor in Tulare, CA to provide individual and group counseling within MAT programs. You will manage a caseload, conduct assessments, develop and update treatment plans, and coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes adherence to Title 9/22, HIPAA, and confidentiality, with strong documentation, timely progress notes, and a commitment to recovery-focused services in a clinical setting.