Substance Use Counselor I-III: Lead Recovery & Education

County of Ventura; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Overtime eligible

Job summary

County of Ventura seeks Alcohol and Drug Treatment Specialists to deliver counseling, education, and care coordination across levels I–III. Roles require interviewing, assessments, and referrals with extensive knowledge of SUD treatment practices.

Entry-level staff perform intake and education; journey level expands to client-centered therapy and discharge planning; lead level trains staff and analyzes program data. Certifications and a valid CA driver’s license are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Formal education/certification requirements for Alcohol and Drug Treatment Specialist levels (I–III).
• Experience requirements increase with level, from entry to lead.
• Mandatory SUD counseling certification and driver’s license are required for continued employment.

Responsibilities

• Level I duties include intake interviews, educational classes, and case management.
• Level II duties include individual/group counseling and discharge planning; collaboration with courts and other agencies.
• Level III duties involve leading staff, program evaluation, and reporting.

Skills

Counseling

Interviewing

Case management

Harm reduction

Educational presentations

Education

ADTS Certification

SUD Counselor Certification

Bachelor's degree in social science / human services

California Driver's License

Job description

County of Ventura seeks Alcohol and Drug Treatment Specialists to deliver counseling, education, and care coordination across levels I–III. Roles require interviewing, assessments, and referrals with extensive knowledge of SUD treatment practices.

Entry-level staff perform intake and education; journey level expands to client-centered therapy and discharge planning; lead level trains staff and analyzes program data. Certifications and a valid CA driver’s license are mandatory.