SUD Counselor / Group Facilitator

Oasis Eating Recovery; Fresno (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

TPEG, Inc. is seeking a Registered SUD Counselor to support clients through assessments, treatment planning, and discharge planning. The role emphasizes continuity of care, crisis response, and collaboration with the Program Manager to optimize patient outcomes.

The position requires DHCS credential, strong communication skills, and the ability to work within a team while maintaining confidentiality. Monday–Friday schedule with on-call needs may apply.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED and DHCS credential.
• Minimum 1–3 years of case management experience.
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professional ethics.
• Experience with diverse populations and equity initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide client care and clinical services including admissions and care level recommendations.
• Document daily progress notes and treatment planning.
• Coordinate admissions and discharge with Program Manager and families.
• Conduct crisis intervention and family meetings.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and program development.
• Assist with aftercare planning and community referrals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Case management

Independent decision making

Confidentiality & professionalism

Cultural competence

Written and oral communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

DHCS drug & alcohol credential

Job description

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.

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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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:

1. Performs other duties as may be assigned.
2. Follows and supports TPEG policies and procedures.
3. Works collaboratively and cooperatively with internal and external partners.
4. Represents TPEG, Inc., by embodying the mission, vision and values of the organization.
5. Travels occasionally during the workday and on occasional overnight stay. (Compensation for mileage, food and lodging provided.)
6. Maintains regular attendance at work and company activities and demonstrates punctuality regarding deadlines.
7. Displays creativity and vision in recommending new tactics and strategies.
8. 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:

1. EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED.
2. LICENSURE: Current registration through a drug and alcohol credential from a DHCS-recognized institution.
3. RELATED EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years’ experience as a case manager.
4. SKILLS: Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
5. 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.