SUD Counselor - Central East Regional Recovery Center

Episcopal Community Services; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on incentive

Job summary

Episcopal Community Services in San Diego, California is seeking a SUD Counselor for the Central East Regional Recovery Center. Under supervision of the Program Manager, you will deliver counseling and case management to clients seeking SUD treatment, including screenings, assessments, referrals, and both group and individual sessions.

The position requires California SUD certification and at least one year of relevant experience, with a focus on co-occurring disorders.

Qualifications

• Current registration or certification from a California State Substance Use Disorders (SUD) certifying agency.
• At least one year of professional experience providing direct, indirect, or support services for alcohol and drug programs.
• Experience with clients with co-occurring disorders, including substance abuse.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and case management services in SUD treatment.
• Conduct screenings, assessments and referrals utilizing the ASAM tool.
• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions.
• Maintain accurate program records following Drug Medi-Cal Standards.
• Provide case management in client homes and community locations.

Education

California State SUD certifying agency

Tools

ASAM tool usage

Job description

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SUD Counselor - Central East Regional Recovery Center

Non Department Related Full Time Admin 1 San Diego, CA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1318

Salary Range: $24.00 To $32.00 Hourly

We are currently recruiting for the following Full-Time schedule:

Tuesday through Saturday. Work hours: Tuesday - Thursday: 12:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Friday: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. Saturday: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
$1,000.00 sign on incentive.

About ECS/ Why work for us?

By joining ECS, you will directly improve the lives of children and their families and those facing homelessness, mental health challenges, and substance use disorders in San Diego. Your unique skillset will be embraced as we work to break systemic barriers and create a moreequitablesociety. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of others!

Mission: Our mission is to break barriers and transform communities through programs rooted in our tradition of action and faith in God.

Purpose: Our purpose is to cultivate a strong, vibrant, and just San Diego region.

Vision: Our overall vision is to have an abundant andequitablesociety where all have unlimited potential.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, SUD Counselor provides counseling and case management services to clients requesting SUD treatment, including screening, assessment, referrals to treatment, group counseling and individual counseling sessions as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Participate in a unified team approach to the provision of SUD treatment.

Conduct individual counseling sessions.

Conduct screenings, assessments and referrals utilizing the ASAM tool.

Conduct group counseling sessions.

Maintainaccurate, complete,timelyand legible program records following Drug Medi-Cal Standards.

Monitor and document participant’s program compliance.

Performs drug testing urinalysis specimen collections and screening as required.

Provide case management services in client’s homes, treatment settings, and other community locations.

Participate in Court meetings as necessary.

Performs other duties as needed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• REQUIRED:Current registration or certification from a California State Substance Use Disorders (SUD) certifying agency.
• At least one year of professional experience providing direct, indirect, or support services for alcohol and drug programs dealing with individual recovery or alcohol and drug problem reduction.
• Experience with clients with co-occurring disorders, including substance abuse.

SPECIAL/OTHER:

• Must pass criminal background check through, Live Scan fingerprinting, FBI and Department of Justice
• Must have CPR certification or be willing to acquire on the job.
• Must be free of debarment.
• ECS requires pre-hire medical clearance including drug/alcohol and TB screening.

Compensation Range:

$24.00 to $28.00 Hourly (registered counselor)

OR $28.00 to $32.00 Hourly (certified counselor)