SUD Counselor / Group Facilitator

Sierra Meadows Behavioral Health

Fresno (CA)

On-site

USD 57,308,000 - 65,904,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Tatum Psychology Employment Group seeks a Registered SUD Counselor in Fresno, CA for a full-time, on-site schedule. You will conduct assessments, plan treatments, and coordinate care across admissions, discharge, and aftercare with the Program Manager to ensure quality service delivery.

Responsibilities include crisis response, family meetings, and ongoing documentation, while maintaining compliance with DHCS and other regulatory bodies. Occasional on-call shifts and travel may be required.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
Current drug and alcohol credential license from a DHCS-recognized institution.
1–3 years’ experience as a case manager.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Advanced assessment, treatment planning, discharge planning, and documentation skills.
Experience with diverse populations and equity initiatives.
Proficiency in word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.
Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

Complete admissions/intakes for new clients.
Assess and recommend level of care.
Coordinate continuing and aftercare.
Follow up on aftercare recommendations.
Conduct family meetings.
Crisis intervention.
Conduct daily group sessions.
Create and implement client schedules.
Coordinate admissions and discharge with the Program Manager.
Document daily progress notes and group notes.
Maintain compliance with applicable regulations.
Maintain active certification/license.
Communicate with families and referral sources.
Attend mandatory meetings and trainings.
Lead development of group materials and new methodologies.
Provide transportation when required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team leadership

Time management

Documentation

Adaptability

Crisis intervention

Speech and writing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

DHCS credential/license

Tools

Word processing

Database

Spreadsheet

Job description

General Description

The Registered SUD Counselor at Tatum Psychology Employment Group will provide ongoing support and expertise through comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, implementation, and overall evaluation of individual client needs while enhancing the quality of patient management and satisfaction. The Registered SUD Counselor will promote the continuity of care through integrating individualized case management, weekly reviews, and discharge planning. The Registered SUD Counselor will act as the central receiver of pertinent clinical data, and work closely with the Program Manager in the formulation of treatment planning, immediately responding to a crisis and planning for the needs of clients to ensure efficacy of service delivery. The Registered SUD Counselor must be flexible and able to come in while on call for an emergency and be open to schedule changes when required.

Full-time Description

General Description

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm with rotating evening shift needs

Essential Functions

Client Care and Clinical Services
Completes admissions/intakes for new clients.
Assess and make recommendations regarding client’s level of care.
Makes recommendations regarding continuing and aftercare.
Follow up and monitor aftercare recommendations.
Conduct family meetings.
Crisis intervention.
Conduct daily educational and/or experiential client groups.
Create and implement clients’ schedule into program and communicate client’s needs.
Coordinator admissions and discharge with the Program Manager.
Documentation and Compliance
Compose and enter daily progress notes for each client.
Compose and enter daily group notes for clients.
Documentation and treatment plan reviews.
Abide by all DHCS, Agency’s, JCAHO and all state and federal governing agencies.
Maintain an active certification/license through a DHCS-approved certifying organization.
Communication and Collaboration
Communicate with family, referral sources regarding client progress and/or changes (as allowed via client consent)
Collaborate with Program Manager regarding any and all consequences for clients.
Attend all mandatory clinical and staff meetings and required company trainings.
Program Support and Development
Preparation of group materials and researching new methodologies for inclusion in group and individual sessions.
Facilitate transportation when required.
Participate in scheduled site visits.
Attend industry-related workshops, trainings, and conferences.

Additional Functions

Performs other duties as may be assigned.
Follows and supports TPEG policies and procedures.
Works collaboratively and cooperatively with internal and external partners.
Represents TPEG, Inc., by embodying the mission, vision and values of the organization.
Travels occasionally during the workday and on occasional overnight stay. (Compensation for mileage, food and lodging provided.)
Maintains regular attendance at work and company activities and demonstrates punctuality regarding deadlines.
Displays creativity and vision in recommending new tactics and strategies.
Expands and updates job knowledge through educational opportunities and professional learning.

The description of job functions reflects general details as necessary to describe the principal duties, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. Employees who hold this position may be asked to perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED.
LICENSURE: Current registration through a drug and alcohol credential from a DHCS-recognized institution.
RELATED EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years’ experience as a case manager.
SKILLS: Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
OTHER EXPERIENCE / SKILLS REQUIRED:
Advanced assessment, treatment planning, discharge planning, and documentation skills.
Knowledge of dual diagnosis treatment practices, including non-pharmacological symptoms management techniques.
Experience working with culturally diverse individuals and communities or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with diverse populations.
Familiarity with equity and/or diversity initiatives within an organization.
Written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform essential functions.
Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently and use initiative to accomplish complex assignments with general instruction and guidance.
Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and integrity on the job with confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.
Demonstrated ability to organize time and other resources to perform multiple tasks.
Demonstrated ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner with attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to provide effective team leadership.
Proficiency in word processing and database and/or spreadsheet applications.
Physical and mental attributes sufficient to perform essential functions.
Demonstrated ability to recognize merit, excellence and intelligence in staff and potential employees.
Valid Driver's License