Substance Use Disorder Counselor I

CADTP Counselors; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

California SUD Counselor Certification is seeking a qualified counselor to provide screening, intake, and clinical assessments in a program serving individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions. The role includes developing client-centered treatment plans, admitting and discharging clients, and delivering counseling and psycho-education to individuals, families and groups.

Additional responsibilities include education and referrals, collaboration with a multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• California State Registered Substance Use Disorder Counselor, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Performs substance abuse screens, intakes and clinical assessments.
• Performs person-centered treatment planning for individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders.
• Assists in admitting and releasing clients into or from the treatment setting and gathering information from previous admissions.
• Performs counseling, trauma-informed care, and psycho-education with individuals, families and groups.
• Provides client, family and community education on substance use and co-occurring disorders.
• Works with clients regarding abusive behavior and informs clients of responsibilities under applicable laws.
• Provides information and referrals to programs for treatment, recovery support, aftercare and other services.
• Assists or refers clients for help in applying for programs.
• Maintains records of client activity to ensure policy compliance and inform staff of progress.
• Participates in case conferencing with a multidisciplinary team including mental health staff and case managers.
• Works on a multicultural team sensitive to diverse client needs.
• Completes billing expectations per agency requirements.
• Conducts random and routine drug and alcohol tests.
• Attends staff meetings to contribute to program development and staff training.
• Interacts with internal programs and external sources as applicable.
• Reports to work on time and maintains reliable attendance.
• Models the agency's mission and values in communication.
• Performs professional and ethical responsibilities.
• Communicates effectively with a diverse consumer population.

Skills

Knowledge of SUD

Assessment ability

Counseling skills

Verbal & written communication

Cultural competence

Co-occurring disorders

Professional boundaries

Collaboration

Documentation

Ethical & legal standards

Lifelong learning

Crisis intervention

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

California State Registered SUD Counselor or equivalent

Job description

A Prerequisite of a 9-hour orientation course must be submitted with the application. The course can be found online from one of the following CADTP-approved online education providers: Select a 9-hour course from these approved CADTP-Approved CEU Providers:

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Performs substance abuse screens, intakes and clinical assessments.
Performs person-centered treatment planning for persons with substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders, including initial, on-going, continuity of care, discharge, and planning for relapse prevention.
Assists in admitting and releasing all clients into or from the treatment setting, including gathering all pertinent information regarding previous admissions, psychological conditions and physical conditions.
Performs counseling, trauma informed care, and psycho-education with individuals, families, and groups.
Provides client, family and community education on substance use and co-occurring disorders.
Works with clients regarding abusive behavior and advises clients regarding their responsibilities under law for various behaviors.
Provides clients with information and referrals to available programs for more appropriate treatment, recovery support, aftercare and other supportive services as appropriate.
Assists or refers clients for assistance in applying for programs.
Demonstrates knowledge of the Strategic Prevention Framework for Substance Use
Disorders, and ability to perform activities included in the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP) strategies.
Documents and maintains sufficient records of client activity to ensure consistency with existing policies and procedures and to inform staff of client's progress.
Participates in case conferencing by providing pertinent information to a multidisciplinary team, including mental health staff and case managers.
Works on a multicultural team sensitive to the cultural and linguistic needs of the clients and families served.
Completes billing expectations per Agency requirements and provides services consistent with program needs.
Conducts random and routine drug and alcohol tests.
Attends and participates in staff meetings to provide input towards program development and staff training.
Interacts with other internal programs, clinical/support staff and external sources such as school or community personnel as applicable.
Reports to work on time and maintains reliable and regular attendance.
Models Pacific Clinics' approach, mission and core values in all communication and correspondence.
Performs professional and ethical responsibilities.
Communicates effectively in a competent and diverse consumer population and promotes favorable interaction with managers, co-workers and others.

• Knowledge of substance use disorders, treatment modalities, and recovery principles.
• Ability to conduct assessments and develop client-centered treatment plans.
• Skilled in facilitating individual and group counseling sessions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity in working with diverse populations.
• Understanding of co-occurring disorders and integrated care approaches.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Collaboration skills for working with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Accurate documentation and case management abilities.
• Knowledge of ethical and legal standards in addiction counseling.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and adherence to evidence-based practices.
• Crisis intervention and problem-solving skills.
• Dependability and consistency in providing client support and follow-up.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High School Diploma or GED required
• California State Registered Substance Use Disorder Counselor, or equivalent.