Trauma-Informed Substance Use Counselor

WestCare; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Foundation in Stockton, California, seeks a Counselor to provide counseling and case management for clients in the program, delivering individual and group substance abuse services and trauma-informed care.

The role requires coordinating with community resources, maintaining client files, supporting GED completion, HIV testing services, and collaboration with clinical staff while upholding confidentiality and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Certification in Alcohol and Drug Counseling required at hire.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of counselor experience in a treatment program is required.
• Knowledge of chemical dependency and related behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling services and education.
• Perform intake, screening, and gender-specific assessments.
• Facilitate trauma counseling and relapse prevention strategies.
• Conduct random urine testing and document results.
• Coordinate GED and educational opportunities on-site and in the community.
• Establish links with community providers for essential services.
• Maintain and file client records per agency policy.
• Train program staff and participate in daily shift handovers.

Skills

Counseling

Trauma counseling

Communication

Teamwork

Ethics

Confidentiality

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Alcohol and Drug Certification

Job description

WestCare Foundation in Stockton, California, seeks a Counselor to provide counseling and case management for clients in the program, delivering individual and group substance abuse services and trauma-informed care.

The role requires coordinating with community resources, maintaining client files, supporting GED completion, HIV testing services, and collaboration with clinical staff while upholding confidentiality and ethical standards.