Substance Abuse Counselor — Evidence-Based Rehab & Reentry

The GEO Group; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The GEO Group’s GEO Reentry Services LLC is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor in Fresno, CA. The role focuses on developing and conducting programs to educate on drug and alcohol issues and delivering individual or group counseling using evidence-based practices.

You will work within a team to coordinate treatment plans, conduct assessments, and maintain client records. The position emphasizes collaboration, ongoing training, and fulfilling duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Certification as Alcohol and Drug Counselor recognized by ADP.
• 21 years of age or older.
• Ability to interact professionally in counseling settings.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and implement team strategies.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and organize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates substance abuse program across offices using What Works system.
• Schedules intakes, group and individual sessions; collaborates with case managers.
• Facilitates psycho-educational groups and documents attendance and progress.
• Maintains relationships with outside referral sources to develop referrals.
• Creates individualized treatment plans and tracks progress in the database.
• Maintains client records accurately and timely.
• Selects instructional materials and stays updated on new developments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bi-lingual English/Spanish

Excellent communication skills

Team collaboration

Professional conduct

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Alcohol and Drug Counselor certification (ADP recognized)

Tools

Client record management software

General office software

Job description

The GEO Group’s GEO Reentry Services LLC is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor in Fresno, CA. The role focuses on developing and conducting programs to educate on drug and alcohol issues and delivering individual or group counseling using evidence-based practices.

You will work within a team to coordinate treatment plans, conduct assessments, and maintain client records. The position emphasizes collaboration, ongoing training, and fulfilling duties as assigned.