SUD Counselor

Clear Behavioral Health; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

Retirement plan

Paid sick, time off, and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

Other company - sponsored wellness or

Job summary

Clear Behavioral Health in California is seeking a Counselor to coordinate care, support clients, conduct individual sessions, and facilitate groups within a residential/outpatient program. The role emphasizes therapeutic alliance, documentation, and adherence to licensing standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in a mental health field, SUD/behavioral health experience, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in a mental health field.
• Experience in residential or outpatient setting.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee counselor documentation in clinical section of each client chart and assess for deficiencies.
• Attends and participates in clinical team meetings.
• Facilitates multidisciplinary treatment planning and updates for assigned clients (ensures inclusion of all treatment modalities/disciplines).
• Conducts individual sessions for all assigned clients.
• Facilitates group sessions, education, and meetings per program schedule.
• Coordinates family/conjoint therapy as specified in individual client’s treatment plans.
• Contacts all family members weekly and referral sources.
• Provides daily clinical progress notes in the client’s chart.
• Participates in in-service training, supervision meetings, and counselor/residential staff interface meeting.
• Ensures client records are comprehensive and meet licensing standards.
• Provides urine analysis to clients of the same gender after competency exam.
• Routinely attend meetings/events where clients are present to observe staff conduct.
• Represent program positively in marketing opportunities.
• Manage up to 25 client-facing service hours per week, with up to 15 hours for admin tasks.
• Other duties as assigned by the clinical director or program director.

Skills

Counseling

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Cultural competence

Education

Bachelor's degree in mental health

SUD/behavioral health experience

Job description

Clear Behavioral Health is dedicated to supporting individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges through compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based care. We provide a full continuum of services, including detox, dual diagnosis treatment, residential and outpatient programs, and specialized mental health services, all delivered by a multidisciplinary team of experienced clinicians and support professionals. Our person-centered approach focuses on treating the whole individual, while empowering clients with the tools, structure, and support needed to achieve long-term recovery and lasting stability

Summary of Position

The Counselor interfaces on an individual and group basis with clients. The Counselor is responsible for the coordination of care, supporting clients and showing them how to navigate the program, individual case management, and discharge planning.

Essential Responsibilities

• Oversee counselor documentation in clinical section of each client chart and assess for deficiencies.
• Attends and participates in clinical team meetings.
• Facilitates multi-disciplinary treatment planning and updates for assigned clients (ensures inclusion of all treatment modalities/ disciplines).
• Conducts individual sessions for all assigned clients.
• Facilitates group sessions, education, and meetings per program schedule.
• Coordinates family/conjoint therapy as specified in individual client's treatment plans.
• Contacts all family members weekly and referral sources.
• Provides daily clinical progress notes in the client's chart.
• Participates in in-service training, individual/group supervision meetings, and counselor/residential staff interface meeting.
• Ensures client records for assigned case load are comprehensive, complete, neat and meet licensing standards.
• Provides urine analysis to clients of the same gender after successfully completing the UA competency exam.
• Routinely attend meetings and/or events where clients are present to observe staff conduct.
• Represent program positively in all scenarios perceived as marketing opportunities.
• Manage and deliver up to 25 client-facing service hours per week, with up to 15 hours allocated for administrative and non-billable duties.
• Other duties as assigned by the clinical director or program director.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree(preferred) in a mental health related field or up to 3 years working in the SUD and behavioral health field.

• Experience working in a residential or outpatient setting.

• Valid driver's license.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate communication skills and ability to establish a therapeutic alliance with clients.
• Cultural competence and ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Proven advanced skills in facilitating individual/group counseling.
• Ability to relate with detachment and empathy to clients and families.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of addiction and human behavior.
• Experience with sustainability practices in facility management.

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday through Friday(9am-530pm) fully on-site.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• Retirement plan
• Paid sick, time off, and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Other company - sponsored wellness or support programs