Resource Specialist AOD Certification

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Victorville (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health services organization in California is seeking a Resource Specialist for AOD Certification. This role involves assisting clients in determining the need for services, providing referrals, and supporting community resource identification. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in mental health services. Compensation is competitive, and benefits include comprehensive health coverage and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Generous Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Professional Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• One year full-time equivalent experience working in a program serving persons with mental disabilities.
• Must possess a valid CA driver's license and maintain a driving record that meets the company driver eligibility policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff and consumers in determining need for specialized services.
• Provide resource identification and referral and training support for clients and families.
• Research availability of specialized services.

Skills

Experience working with persons with mental disabilities

AOD certification or pursuing certification

First Aid certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Partner with us in making a positive change!

Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

Job Title: Resource Specialist AOD Certification

Division/Program: Victorville: Desert Hill Crisis Residential Treatment

Starting Compensation: 20.80 USD Per Hour

Working Location: Victorville, CA USA

Working Hours/Shift: AM Shift

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation : Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off : Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package :
  • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities :
  • On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
  • Career development programs designed to help you grow.
  • Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).

Employee Recognition & Rewards : A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What you bring to SBHG :

• High School Diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED, HiSET, etc.) required
• One (1) year full-time equivalent experience working in a program serving persons with mental disabilities required
• AOD certification or pursuing substance use certification required.
• Must possess a valid CA driver's license and maintain a driving record that meets the company driver eligibility policy
• First Aid certification required

How you will make a difference:

This position assists staff and consumers in determining the need for specialized services and researches the availability of specialized services. This position provides resource identification and referral and training support for all clients and families. Finds community resources to provide needed resources to clients and families. Interaction with all staff members, clients and families, outside agencies, and the public.

Division/Program Overview:

The Crisis Residential Treatment (CRT) is a short-term voluntary residential facility tailored to adults aged 18-59 experiencing psychiatric crises. Its purpose is to provide a safe environment for stabilization, recovery, and community transition. Services offered include round-the-clock programs, therapeutic and mental health services, rehabilitation and recovery support (including substance use rehabilitation), pre-vocational or vocational counseling, medication evaluation and support, daily exercise, health/wellness education, and crisis intervention.

Learn more about SBHG at : https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

For Additional Information: [e-mail] In accordance with California law, the grade for this position is 18.88 - 28.32. Placement within the grade is determined based on experience, internal equity, and other factors permitted by law.