Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Impact, Autonomy & Growth

Wellpath; Oroville (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

HSA

Wellness program

Discounted loans

Job summary

Wellpath in California is seeking a Substance Use Disorder Counselor to join our interdisciplinary team. You will evaluate, treat, and support individuals in recovery from substance use disorders and help with discharge planning and continuity of care.

The role requires SUD counseling experience, ability to work with justice-involved individuals under Medi-Cal and CalAIM, and collaboration with external providers. We offer training and competitive benefits in a mission-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Certification/licensure in SUDCC-II/III, CADC-II/III or CATC-II/III required or eligible.
• Experience providing SUD counseling is required.
• Ability to work independently is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct SUD screenings, assessments, and provide individual and group counseling.
• Develop person-centered treatment plans and relapse prevention strategies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and support discharge planning.
• Coordinate with external providers for continuity of care and post-release services.
• Maintain compliant clinical documentation and crisis intervention as needed.

Skills

SUD counseling

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Relapse prevention

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Wellpath in California is seeking a Substance Use Disorder Counselor to join our interdisciplinary team. You will evaluate, treat, and support individuals in recovery from substance use disorders and help with discharge planning and continuity of care.

The role requires SUD counseling experience, ability to work with justice-involved individuals under Medi-Cal and CalAIM, and collaboration with external providers. We offer training and competitive benefits in a mission-driven culture.