Substance Use Disorder Counselor — Flexible Evenings & Weekends

Helpline Youth Counseling; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HEALTH

DENTAL

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EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

403b

Job summary

Helpline Youth Counseling is seeking a Substance Use Disorder Counselor to provide intervention services, assessments, and counseling for youth and adults. You will develop treatment plans, document progress, and support families with referrals.

The role requires CA-approved certification and at least 2 years of relevant SUD experience; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Flex schedules include evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Certificate in a CA-approved drug/alcohol program is required.
• Minimum 2 years of progressive SUD treatment experience with youth and adults.
• Experience with intakes, assessments, case management, reviews and group facilitation.
• Experience with treatment planning and relapse prevention.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide substance abuse intervention services including assessments, case management, individual, group and family counseling.
• Develop and execute treatment plans, progress notes and required documentation.
• Facilitate didactic groups and program activities as scheduled.
• Provide resource and referral information for clients and families.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of all job-related activities.
• Attend assigned meetings and trainings.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Education

Certificate in drug/alcohol program (CA approved)

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field

Job description

Helpline Youth Counseling is seeking a Substance Use Disorder Counselor to provide intervention services, assessments, and counseling for youth and adults. You will develop treatment plans, document progress, and support families with referrals.

The role requires CA-approved certification and at least 2 years of relevant SUD experience; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Flex schedules include evenings and weekends as needed.