Substance Use Counselor II

Community Medical Centers Inc; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits

403(b) retirement plan with company 2%

Short/Long-term Disability

Gym membership discount

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Community Medical Centers in Stockton, CA is seeking a Substance Use Counselor II to support patients through counseling and recovery planning within a multidisciplinary team.

You will conduct assessments, coordinate referrals, and deliver trauma-informed care, while helping patients navigate housing, benefits, and transportation to access needed services. The role emphasizes motivational interviewing and community engagement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience as a Substance Use Counselor.
• Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certificate issued by the State of California.
• Knowledge of chemical dependency and substance use dynamics.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
• Valid California Driver’s License and a current/obtainable BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual counseling related to substance use and recovery.
• Transport patients to/off hospital grounds for care activities.
• Perform psychosocial histories via patient and family interviews.
• Collaborate with treatment team to plan and evaluate approaches.
• Document progress and coordinate referrals to community resources.

Skills

Counseling

Interviewing

Public speaking

Facilitating support groups

Report writing

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certificate (CA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Community Medical Centers (CMC), we’re passionate about improving health and well-being in the communities we call home. That’s why we work to ensure even our most vulnerable neighbors have affordable access to quality healthcare, regardless of age, income, or background. We offer integrated medical, dental, behavioral health, and supportive services, with a model of care that puts the patient at the center of a team-based approach. As one of the region’s largest healthcare providers, our growing network of neighborhood health centers serves over 100,000 patients in San Joaquin and Solano counties.MISSIONWorking together to improve health and well-being in our communities.BENEFITSCompetitive PayMedical, Dental, & Vision benefits options for full-time employeesFlexible spending account for medical expensesDependent careEmployee assistance programLife InsurancePet InsuranceShort Term/Long Term Disability Insurances403(b) retirement saving plan with company match10 paid sick days/12 Holidays/Vacations days vary on positionIn Shape Discounted Gym MembershipExcellent growth and advancement opportunitiesCollaborative and diverse environmentPOSITION SUMMARY:The primary focus of the Substance Use Counselor II is to use a patient centered approach and effective communication to assist patients to cope with the substance abuse and dependence issues and practical arrangements related to the patient’s illness. Effective outreach and engagement strategies that establish trust and overcome barriers resulting from isolation, stigma, and the symptoms of mental health and/or substance use problems will be utilized. A sustained support model to meet basic needs and respond to individual preferences as well as trauma-informed services that restore hope will be utilized. The Substance Use Counselor II is a member of the healthcare team providing assessments, coordination, treatment planning, information and referral to community resources and other social work services. The primary goal and offered individualized and group intensive substance use services using a multidisciplinary approach, including, but not limited to: Mental health and substance use assessment; health system navigation; housing and benefits advocacy; health coaching, referrals and brief treatment, pharmacy consultation and supportive counseling. The Substance Use Counselor II reports to the Director of Substance Use.SPECIFIC DUTIES:Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the organization.Conducts individual counseling related to substance use, substance use treatment and recovery services.Transports/escorts patients to/off hospital grounds to patient care activities.Performs patient and family interviews/ assessments to obtain psychosocial histories.Conducts environmental and patient safety rounds to ensure safety of the patients.Participates with the multidisciplinary treatment team in the development, implementation and evaluation of treatment or therapy approaches for patients and their families in all phases of comprehensive substance use and/or mental health programs.Maintains communication between patients, family, care-team, and other employees utilizing appropriate channels and assists in coordinating patient linkage with substance use recovery services.Monitors and documents client and patient progress in substance use/mental health recovery.Develops and promotes interest in the substance use and/or mental health fields by speaking before community groups.Uses effective communication skills and motivational interviewing techniques to obtain relevant psycho-social information from patients and families.Identifies financial, environmental, emotional, and social factors which greatly contributes to the condition/illness or work against the ability of the patient and family/caregiver to benefit from medical and health care.Creates and implements an efficient and sure social work treatment scheme for patients and families/caregivers based on analysis of the psycho-social factors as well as the medical illness of the patient.Conducts home visits that would help identify the need for added equipment or service and arranges supportive services as appropriate.Collaborates with primary care providers, the behavioral health clinician, pharmacist, and other members of the treatment team through a multi- or interdisciplinary approach.Performs other duties as assigned.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:High School Diploma or GED.One year of experience as a Substance Use CounselorAlcohol and Drug Counselor Certificate issued by the State of California.Must possess knowledge of chemical dependency, substance use and personality dynamics of the substance user.Excellent Microsoft Office Program skills.Must be in possession of a valid California Driver’s License.Current BLS Certificate or ability to obtain a BLS Certificate.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of principles and practices of counseling techniquesKnowledge of community resources and referral agenciesKnowledge of group dynamicsKnowledge of office management principles and practicesSkill in counselingSkill in interviewing and communicating to elicit information and cooperation frompatientsSkill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, staff,and the publicSkill in public speakingSkill in facilitating support groups.Ability to write reports, correctly reflecting intervention, and document progress.TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:May require sitting for long periods of time; also stooping, bending, and stretching for files and supplies. May require lifting up-to 25 pounds. Vision must be correctable to 20/40 and hearing must be in the normal range for telephone contacts. Requires ability to drive to outreach areas for presentations and other activities.TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:Work is performed in an office environment within a clinic setting. Involves frequent contact with staff and the public. Work may be stressful at times. Contact may involve dealing with upset people.This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, skills, or duties required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Community Medical Centers. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties, and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder’s responsibility.Community Medical Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is CMC’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons, regardless of age, national origin, race (including hair texture and hairstyle), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.