Substance Use Counselor I — In-Prison Programs

Amityfdn; Soledad (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Amity Foundation in the United States seeks a compassionate individual to join our prison programs as a Registered/Certified Substance Abuse Counselor I. You will deliver face-to-face rehabilitation services in the ISUDTP, conduct group and individual sessions, and develop treatment plans with participants returning to the community.

Qualifications include current AOD certification and DHCS-recognized eligibility, with up to six months of related experience if enrolled in education classes.

Qualifications

• Less than one year of experience delivering SUDT services as a certified AOD Counselor.
• Registered with an AOD certifying organization recognized by DHCS, enrolled in AOD education classes, and six months of experience providing CBI services.

Responsibilities

• Deliver face-to-face rehabilitative programming services to participants in ISUDTP.
• Lead and participate in group and individual sessions using motivational interviewing and CBT.
• Implement scheduled program curriculum as required by contract.
• Develop and implement treatment/action plans with participants and educate about community supports.
• Review treatment plans and document progress, changes in appearance, behavior, and demeanor.
• Maintain accurate, timely, confidential participant records and progress notes.
• Prepare reports, records, and plans consistent with Amity standards and contractual obligations.
• Liaise with transition/reentry staff for community program continuity.
• Collaborate with CDCR, DRP, CCHCS and institution staff; support supervisors and directors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ethical judgment

Confidentiality

Motivational interviewing

Tools

MS Office Suite

ARMS

Job description

Amity Foundation in the United States seeks a compassionate individual to join our prison programs as a Registered/Certified Substance Abuse Counselor I. You will deliver face-to-face rehabilitation services in the ISUDTP, conduct group and individual sessions, and develop treatment plans with participants returning to the community.

Qualifications include current AOD certification and DHCS-recognized eligibility, with up to six months of related experience if enrolled in education classes.