Substance Abuse Counselor, DRC

Community Solutions, Inc. (CSI); Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation 2 weeks

Sick Leave 7 days

Floating holidays

Medical & Dental

Vision & FSA

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Community Solutions Inc. (CSI) in Santa Barbara, CA, seeks a Substance Abuse Counselor for the Day Reporting Center (DRC). The role focuses on assessment, individual and group counseling, and connecting clients with support services to aid reentry after incarceration.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience; certification eligibility within six months is encouraged. Work hours cover Mon/Tues/Fri and Wed/Thu shifts, with competitive hourly pay and an opportunity for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with at least three years of experience preferred.
• State license or certification required or at least two years of supervised substance abuse treatment experience with certification eligibility within one year of hire.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills desired.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assess all new intakes to determine presence and extent of Substance Abuse history.
• Recommend treatment plan goals to case managers or probation officers.
• Provide and document weekly individual counseling for assigned caseload.
• Provide educational information and referrals to outside agencies for families/significant others.
• Conduct support group meetings for assigned population and document sessions.
• Provide individual and group counseling, and educational services to all Agency clients.
• Complete client-related documentation and maintain files and statistics.
• Maintain and disseminate listings of AA, NA, CA or ACOA area meetings.
• Complete monthly progress reports and closing summaries of assigned caseload.
• Perform urine screening duties as required and per policy.
• Maintain knowledge of Agency programs, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral & Written

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Our Mission to Make a Lasting Impact!

Job Title: Substance Abuse Counselor

Location: Santa Barbara, CA

Work Hours: Mon/Tues/Fri 9:00am to 5:00pm, Wed/Thurs 12:00pm to 8:00pm

Hourly Rate: $29.97 (Qualified and Certification Eligible - Must get certification within 6 months) to $32.97 (Certified) per hour

Company Overview

Community Solutions Inc. (CSI) is a nonprofit organization committed to promoting responsible citizenship, accountability, and the well‑being of individuals and families involved, or at risk of involvement, in the child welfare, juvenile justice, or criminal justice systems. Since 1962, CSI has pioneered community‑based services that deliver supervision, treatment, and individualized support, empowering clients to reintegrate successfully into society. From establishing the first halfway house in New England to expanding to almost 50 programs in 9 states, CSI remains at the forefront of social change, serving thousands of adults, youth, and families each year. For more information, visit www.csi-online.org.

About The Role

We are looking for a passionate and driven Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team at the Day Reporting Center (DRC) in Santa Barbara, CA. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in helping individuals on parole successfully reenter society. Our DRCs provide community‑based alternatives to incarceration, where clients work closely with case managers and employment specialists to develop meaningful goals and make positive changes in their lives.

This position will provide assessment, individual and group counseling treatment for selected substance abusers in residential and out client settings. Act as resource to clients and their families/significant others in area of substance abuse.

If you are someone who believes in second chances and wants to help others achieve their potential, this role is for you!

What You’ll Do

• Assess all new intakes to determine presence and extent of Substance Abuse history.
• Recommend substance abuse treatment plan goals to case managers or probation officers that realistically address the needs of the substance abuse client population including broad based community support.
• Provide and document weekly individual counseling for assigned caseload.
• Provide educational information and referrals to outside agencies for families/significant others of substance abuse population.
• Conduct support group meetings for assigned population on substance abuse issues and document those sessions.
• Provide individual and group counseling, and educational services to all Agency clients.
• Complete client related documentation and maintain client files and statistics.
• Maintain and disseminate listings of AA, NA, CA or ACOA area meetings to clients and significant others.
• Complete monthly progress reports and closing summaries of assigned caseload.
• Perform urine screening duties as required and in accordance with Agency policy.
• Maintain a working knowledge of and abide by the Agency’s programs, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications

Qualifications required:

• Bachelor’s degree required with at least three years of experience preferred. Substance abuse treatment experience beyond two years may be substituted for educational requirements on a two for one basis.
• State license or certification required or at least two years of supervised substance abuse treatment experience with certification eligibility within one year of hire
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills desired.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Vacation: 2 weeks in the first year, 3 weeks after 1 year of service.
• Sick Leave: 7 days per year.
• Floating Holidays: 4 days per year.
• Comprehensive Medical and Dental plans.
• Voluntary vision, FSA, short‑term disability, accident, hospital, life insurance, and AD&D options.
• 401(k) plan with 100% company match up to 4% of your contribution.
• Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of service.
• Ongoing professional development and training.

Why Join CSI?

At CSI, you’ll be part of a compassionate and forward‑thinking team dedicated to transforming lives and promoting long‑term community safety. As an Employment Specialist, you will have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals as they work toward independence and stability after incarceration. If you are passionate about social justice, believe in people’s potential for growth, and want to be part of a team creating lasting change, this is the perfect role for you.

CSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Disability/Vet. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.