substance abuse counselor

ATTIC Correctional Services, Inc.

<div>ATTIC Correctional Services is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive support and assistance to individuals struggling with substance abuse issues in the Wausau, WI community. Our mission is to empower individuals to overcome addiction and lead fulfilling lives through personalized counseling, education, and community outreach programs.
Job Description: We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team on a full-time basis. We offer flexible work/life schedule. The Substance Abuse Counselor will play a crucial role in providing substance abuse counseling services to individuals affected by substance abuse, facilitating group sessions, and implementing evidence-based treatment interventions. This position requires a compassionate individual with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to supporting individuals on their journey to recovery.
Duties include, but are not limited to<ul><li>Develop treatment plans based on each client's individual needs.</li><li>Complete and maintain accurate records of progress, services provided, treatment plan, and other required information.</li><li>Counsel clients in group sessions, using the approved curriculum provided.</li><li>Conduct orientation intake sessions of individuals referred to the program.</li><li>Evaluate client participation by monitoring behavior, attitude, and progress.</li></ul>
Education &amp; Work Experience:<ul><li>Associate Degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, Social Work or related field required. Bachelor's Degree preferred.</li><li>Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC-IT, SAC or CSAC) credentials through the state of WI.</li><li>1 year of experience in counseling.</li><li>1 year of experience working with correctional/AODA clients.</li></ul>
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities:<ul><li>Demonstrated ability working with individuals from diverse backgrounds; culturally competent.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office, email, and internet.</li><li>Ability to maintain the utmost confidentiality of all agency information.</li><li>Ability to interact with staff, clients, and agents in an effective manner while maintaining professional boundaries.</li></ul>
This is a full-time position with competitive salary and full benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation and sick time. Employment in ATTIC makes you eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness(subject to individual loan terms). Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families affected by substance abuse in the Wausau, WI area.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action 
 
ATTIC Correctional Services, Inc. is in compliance with applicable state and federal statutes and regulations relating to nondiscrimination in employment and service delivery. No otherwise qualified person shall be excluded from employment, be denied the benefits of employment or otherwise be subject to discrimination in employment in any manner on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin or ancestry, disability or association with a person with a disability, arrest or conviction record, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy, political belief, or affiliation, military participation, or use or non use of lawful products off the employer&rsquo;s premises during working hours. All employees are expected to support goals and programmatic activities relating to nondiscrimination in employment. No otherwise qualified applicant for service or service participant shall be excluded from participation, be denied benefits, or otherwise be subject to discrimination in any manner on the basis of race, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, disability or association with a person with a disability. Under the Food Stamp Act and USDA policy, discrimination is prohibited also on the basis of religion, political beliefs or affiliation. This policy covers eligibility for the access to service delivery, and treatment in all of our programs and activities. 
 
As a Federal Contractor, ACS supports Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 which prohibits discrimination of qualified individuals with disabilities, and the Vietnam Era Veterans&rsquo; Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 which prohibits discrimination of covered veterans; and requires affirmative action in all personnel practices for qualified individuals with disabilities and for covered veterans.
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Substance Abuse Counselor

Up & Out Sober Living

Part-Time / PRN Clinician Position - 3.1 Low Intensity Residential ProgramWe are seeking a motivated and professional Part-Time / PRN Clinician to join our growing 3.1 Low Intensity Residential Program in Maryland. We are a small residential treatment facility focused on helping individuals in recovery build meaningful, productive, and substance-free lives through structure, accountability, peer support, and clinical services.This position primarily consists of evening hours with a flexible schedule and offers an excellent opportunity to grow with an expanding program dedicated to recovery and community reintegration.Position Responsibilities<ul><li>Facilitate psychoeducational, relapse prevention, life skills, and recovery-based groups</li><li>Provide individual counseling and clinical support to clients</li><li>Complete biopsychosocial assessments and clinical documentation</li><li>Assist with treatment planning, goal setting, and discharge planning</li><li>Support clients with job readiness, coping skills, communication skills, and reintegration into society</li><li>Maintain professional boundaries and uphold ethical standards at all times</li><li>Collaborate with staff, case management, psychiatric providers, and community partners</li><li>Ensure compliance with Maryland regulations, ASAM criteria, COMAR regulations, and program policies</li></ul>QualificationsApplicants must possess:<ul><li>Minimum credential of CSC-AD or CAC-AD through the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists</li><li>Higher licensure and credentials are encouraged to apply</li><li>Knowledge of ASAM Criteria and levels of care</li><li>Familiarity with COMAR regulations and Maryland behavioral health standards</li><li>Experience completing biopsychosocial assessments and clinical documentation</li><li>Strong understanding of ethics, confidentiality, and professional boundaries</li><li>Experience working in substance use disorder and/or behavioral health treatment preferred</li><li>Ability to engage clients while maintaining structure and accountability</li></ul>Schedule<ul><li>Part-Time / PRN</li><li>Primarily evening hours</li><li>Flexible scheduling available</li></ul>Compensation<ul><li>$35 per hour</li></ul>About UsWe are a recovery-focused residential program dedicated to helping individuals rebuild their lives through accountability, structure, peer support, counseling, relapse prevention, life skills, and community integration. We are continuing to expand our services and are looking for clinicians who are passionate about helping others and making a difference in the recovery community.Pay: From $35.00 per hourWork Location: In person

Gateway Foundation

<div>Who is Gateway Foundation?
Gateway Foundation, Inc. is a national non-profit dedicated to helping individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Established in 1968, Gateway provides essential tools and knowledge for recovery, positively impacting hundreds of thousands of lives. Operating through its Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, the organization is recognized for innovative, effective treatment approaches and maintaining high standards. 
Why join us?
Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll have the chance to provide essential services to underserved populations, all while working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. When you join us, you'll discover personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values. 
We are honored to offer behavioral healthcare services in Corrections
Perks of working in correctional healthcare:<ul><li>
Opportunity to make a positive impact on a marginalized population</li><li>
Exposure to diverse patient demographics</li><li>
Focus on driving change, tracking progress, and improving care</li><li>
Development of skills in a unique healthcare setting</li></ul> 
Location:<ul><li>
Columbia Correctional Institution and Annex
</li><li>216 S.E. Corrections Way Lake City, FL 32025-2013</li></ul> 
Hours:<ul><li>
Monday - Friday</li><li>
8:00AM - 4:30PM</li></ul> 
Substance Use Counselor I responsibilities:<ul><li>
Conducts client interviews to review substance use disorder and treatment history.</li><li>
Evaluates client response to treatment to recommend modifications to the treatment plan and assist with caseloads and development of individualized treatment plan and preparing individually appropriate goals, interventions, and necessary support.</li><li>
Assists with and provides basic didactic group counseling, including psychoeducation, drug education, and family education to ensure peer support occurs.</li><li>
Provides individual client counseling, educational programs and lectures to address relapse prevention, problem solving, behavior modification, anger management, etc., and to assist in overcoming substance use disorder, adjusting to pro-social life, and making cognitive and behavioral changes.</li><li>
Under direct supervision and with supervisor&rsquo;s approval, carries case load, per State and contract requirements.</li><li>
Collaborates with clients to develop discharge summary and plans for supervisor&rsquo;s approval to integrate aftercare treatment with referral resource services.</li><li>
Coordinates required services to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations in support of continued recovery.</li><li>
Collects and maintains treatment records and reports to ensure organizational, regulatory, accreditation, and contractual compliance.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul> 
Job Requirements:<ul><li>
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in a helping profession from an accredited college or university</li><li>
Some previous experience substance use treatment/counseling and/or mental health counseling is preferred</li><li>
Current Certified Addictions Professional (CAP) or Masters Certified Addictions Counselor (MCAP) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) preferred</li><li>
Must be able to obtain Florida Department of Corrections clearance to work in the correctional institution.</li><li>
Basic knowledge of the principles of human growth and psychosocial development</li><li>
Basic knowledge of group and individual dynamics, conflict resolution and intervention techniques based on client maturation level</li><li>
Basic understanding of mental health disorders requiring referrals</li><li>
Basic communication skills to exchange information and interact with various internal and external audiences regarding client care</li><li>
Active listening skills and social perceptiveness</li><li>
Ability to read and interpret policies and instructions</li><li>
Ability to understand side effects and impact of medications on client</li><li>
Adaptability / flexibility: ability to shift priorities</li></ul> 
Physical Requirements:<ul><li>
Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clients</li><li>
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.</li><li>
Ability to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracy, to prepare and analyze data and figures, transcribe, read</li><li>
Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data</li><li>
Ability to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises</li></ul> 
Compensation (based on experience and credentials):<ul><li>
Range begins at $23.70 per hour.</li><li>
Gateway Foundation conducts annual reviews including merit increases.</li></ul> 
Benefits at Gateway Foundation:
Health and Wellness:<ul><li>
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents</li><li>
Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums</li><li>
Employee assistance programs focused on mental health</li></ul>
Financial Wellbeing:<ul><li>
403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match</li><li>
Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&amp;D Insurance paid for by Gateway</li><li>
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care</li><li>
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)</li></ul>
Flexibility and Time Off:<ul><li>
18 paid time off days per year &ndash; accrual rates increase with years of service</li><li>
9 paid company holidays</li><li>
Work-life-balance</li></ul>
Personal Development:<ul><li>
Training &amp; Development Programs</li><li>
Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year</li><li>
eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU&rsquo;s and job-related training</li><li>
Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance</li></ul>
Gateway Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.</div>

Substance Use Counselor

Westcare

Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs) Counselor to join the WestCare team. In this position you will play a key role in the departments SUD program. These counselors deliver group therapy to an outpatient program for over a six-month period utilizing WestCare Foundation, Inc.'s Technical Proposal Maryland DPSCS Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services (BPM020644 23) and the Addiction Treatment Protocol (ATP) developed in-house, based on the federal cognitive model.However, various intense treatments may be required in order to be able to address specific needs of the inmates, In addition, the group ATP treatment program. Your expertise will help clients develop healthier coping strategies, achieve recovery goals, and improve overall well-being. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives through evidence-based practices and empathetic care. (Seeking candidates for Jessup, Columbia &amp; Hagerstown, MD)Essential Job Functions:<ul><li>Administer, score and interpret all required screening and assessment tools including but not limited to the TCU Drug Screen, Treatment Assignment Protocol and the URICA.</li><li>May also use the other assessment and substance abuse evaluation tools to support level of care ASAM placement.</li><li>Conducts screenings and assessments during the intake process and back-end screenings for standing populations.</li><li>Deliver treatment services to the participants.</li><li>Conduct group and individual meetings.</li><li>Evaluate the progress of the participants assigned.</li><li>Work directly with the participants to develop and implement a treatment service plan.</li><li>Work with the participants to create a support network for the participants pending return to the community.</li><li>Initiate and sustain each participant's motivation to participate in treatment using techniques of engagement, including therapeutic relationships, individual counseling, and brief interventions.</li><li>Maintenance of individual client treatment files in accordance with agency policies and procedures, including documentation of vocational /educational activities as well as all other pertinent documentation and ensure files are securely stored.</li><li>General participant supervision includes planning and scheduling therapeutic activities.</li><li>Maintain all information according to the laws of confidentiality as required by the Federal Register, General Provisions, Title 42, Chapter 1, Part 2, which prohibits making disclosures without the specific written consent of the client, or as otherwise permitted by such regulations.</li><li>Participate in staffing regarding participants with the other team members.</li><li>Must embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation.</li><li>Must perform all other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Essential Competencies:<ul><li>Ability to understand a variety of models including cognitive behavioral therapy, theories of addiction and dynamics related to substance use and other criminogenic risk factors.</li><li>Knowledge of offender populations, criminal subcultures, and cultural differences.</li><li>Ability to know and comply with program documentation requirements, applicable ethical and professional standards of conduct. Ability to interact in a professional manner in both individual and group counseling settings.</li><li>Ability to conduct initial clinical assessments and/or evaluations which serve as the basis for diagnosis and treatment.</li><li>Ability to provide services appropriate to the personal and cultural identity and language of the participants.</li><li>Ability to tailor helping strategies and treatment modalities to the participants stage of dependence, change or recovery.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Proficiency in processing programs, preferably MS Word, Excel and spreadsheet programs along with an internet savvy skillset.</li><li>Ability to work independently, hold a high level of initiative and maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.</li><li>Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.</li><li>Ability to obtain and maintain clearance from Maryland Department of Corrections.</li><li>Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCare's vehicle insurance, which is required.</li><li>Must be able to obtain and maintain OIG and NSOPW clearance.</li><li>During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements including but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local state, federal, and/or funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.</li><li>Bilingual (fluent in English and Spanish) preferred.</li></ul>Education and/or Experience:<ul><li>1 year of providing direct substance abuse counseling services to the criminal justice population is preferred.</li><li>Must possess, at minimum, an associate's degree in human services or Substance Abuse.</li></ul>Licensure/Certification:<ul><li>Alcohol and Drug Trainee (ADT) - ADT status is not a certificate or a license. ADT status is of limited duration and is meant to serve as an entry-level position for those pursuing careers in alcohol and drug counseling. Applicants must have a Board approved alcohol and drug supervisor before they can begin training. see COMAR 10.58.07.08. Generally, to be eligible for ADT status one must have an associate degree from a board approved regionally accredited educational institution in a health and human services counseling field or a field deemed substantially equivalent by the Board, including coursework in specific areas/topics. See COMAR 10.58.07.08 for specific requirements</li><li>Certified Supervisor Counselor Alcohol and Drug (CSC-ADT) - to be eligible, one must have a bachelor's degree from a board approved regionally accredited educational institution in a health and human services counseling field or another field deemed substantially equivalent by the board. In addition, one must have completed specific coursework, an internship and supervised clinical experience under the supervision of a board approved alcohol and drug supervisor. Must have passed the NCAC II and the Maryland law exam. See COMAR 10.58.07.06</li><li>CSC-AD - to be eligible for certification as a CSC-AD one must have an associate's degree from a regionally accredited educational institution approved by the board in a health and human services counseling field or a field deemed substantially equivalent by the Board. In addition, one must have completed specific coursework, including an internship and passed the NCAC I and the Maryland law exam. See COMAR 10.58.07.07 for complete requirements.</li><li>Certified Associate Counselor Alcohol and Drug (CAC-AD) - to be eligible on must have a bachelor's degree from a board approved regionally accredited educational institution in a health and human services counseling field or another field deemed substantially equivalent by the Board. In addition, one must have completed specific coursework, an internship, supervised clinical experience under the supervision of a board-approved alcohol and drug supervisor. Must have passed the NCAC II and the Maryland law exam. See COMAR 10.58.07.06.</li></ul>Working Conditions:<ul><li>Work is primarily performed inside of a correctional institution setting.</li><li>Must be able to de-escalate situations in the program</li></ul>Join us to empower individuals on their journey toward recovery through compassionate care, innovative therapies, and collaborative support!Pay: $26.45 - $31.25 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

AOD Counselor

Southwood Interventions

<div>Now Hiring: Counselor II, Senior Alcohol &amp; Drug Counselor
Location: Woodridge Interventions,2221 64th St., Woodridge, IL 60517
Salary Range: $24.05 to $26.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time (Men's unit)
As a Counselor II, you have an opportunity to make a difference every day by helping people with substance abuse issues gain control of their lives.
Required certification or license: IAODAPCA certification as CERTIFIED ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUG COUNSELOR (CADC) or IC&amp;RC Counselor certification CRADC, CSADC, CAADC or LSW, LCSW, LPC, or LCPC 
Join Our Team and Together, we'll continue BUILDING BETTER FUTURES!
Benefits &amp; Perks: We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you &ndash; both at home and at work.<ul><li>
Medical &amp; Dental &amp; Vision Insurance</li><li>
Flexible Spending Accounts</li><li>
Basic Life &amp; Short-Term Disability Insurance</li><li>
401(k)</li><li>
Life Assistance Program (LAP)</li><li>
Tuition Assistance Program</li><li>
Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid Holidays * Paid Training</li><li>
Advancement Opportunities</li></ul>
Who We Are:
Abraxas Youth &amp; Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.
Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live. 
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:<ul><li>
Current licensure, CADC, or IC &amp; RC required</li><li>
 LPC or LSW or LCSW or LCPC ( LCPC preferred)</li><li>
Two (2) years&rsquo; experience working with Substance abuse. Preferred.</li><li>
Two (2) years of counseling experience.</li><li>
Ability to work independently.</li><li>
Ability to exercise discretion and use independent judgment in making decisions.</li><li>
Ability to promote positive behavior and manage resistant behavior.</li><li>
At least twenty-one (21) years of age.</li><li>
Valid driver&rsquo;s license from employee&rsquo;s state of residence.</li><li>
Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.</li></ul>
Why Should You Consider Abraxas?<ul><li>
At Abraxas, we celebrate the richness of our diverse employees and the communities we serve. We are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as we strive to ensure we are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.</li><li>
As we work to make a difference in people&rsquo;s lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those we serve and our employees.</li><li>
As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.</li><li>
Whether you&rsquo;re looking to begin a rewarding career or you&rsquo;re a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, we have a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.</li><li>
At Abraxas, everything we do centers around people. That is why we are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefit options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional and financial wellness. Our benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.</li><li>
If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, come join us!</li></ul>
Equal Opportunity Employer
Abraxas Youth &amp; Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, we have a career path for you.
We are Hiring and We Want You on Our Team!<div> 
About Company:</div><div></div><div> 
Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.</div><div></div><div> 
Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate&rsquo;s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.</div></div>

COUNSELOR II

Hartford HealthCare

<div>Location Detail: Natchaug Hospital Mansfield Ct (10155)
Shift Detail: position may include a combination of first and second shift with some weekend requirements
Work where every moment matters.
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut&rsquo;s most comprehensive healthcare network.
Natchaug Hospital is Eastern Connecticut&rsquo;s leading provider for children, adolescents and adults with mental illness and substance abuse addictions. We offer a variety of programs including inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, residential treatment for court-involved teenage girls, geriatric services, clinical day treatment schools and chemical dependency services. Through our multi-site network of care, we constantly strive to meet its mission in helping people find their way while educating and empowering individuals to participate in their own care and recovery.
Job Summary
Recovery Counselor provides inpatient functional assessments to patients across the lifespan and facilitates individual and group programming utilizing a recovery orientated framework in collaboration with the multidisciplinary treatment team. Prevention and recovery counseling for primarily child/adolescent population with a combination of individual support sessions and group treatment.<ul><li>
Conducts a functional assessment in relation to the patient&rsquo;s reason for admission to support making recommendations of group topics, general safety, milieu engagement, and transition planning</li><li>
Follows treatments plans, organizes and implements individual and group treatment activities using a variety of best practice creative therapy techniques and interventions in alignments with the multidisciplinary treatment team plan.</li><li>
Provides enhanced individual support (1 on 1) to patients identified by the clinical team under the guidance of the department supervisor.</li><li>
Maintains timely patient-centered documentation that reflects the patient and client systems&rsquo; pertinent information for assessment, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory licensing requirements and third-party agencies</li><li>
Complete psychoeducational and recreational groups</li><li>
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to determine the appropriate creative therapy services for individual patients (art, music, group, etc.)</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Qualifications</h3> 
<ul><li>
Associates Degree as a Drug and Alcohol Recovery Counselor, Addiction Studies and Counseling (ASCP-AS) or related field, Bachelor's degree in addictions studies, psychology, or social work preferred.</li><li>
1 year of experience working with the substance misuse population</li><li>
Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS), DARC Certificate preferred.</li><li>
Computer proficient</li><li>
Ability to assess problems, determine solutions and make decisions within a timely manner</li><li>
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships within and outside their entity</li><li>
Focused on personal, patient/client and unit/staff safety
</li><li>Cognizant of health-related social needs and cultural competence. Recognizes and addresses health disparities-inequalities and injustices directed toward clients, related to access to care and provision of health service</li><li>
Develops and maintains cultural competence with an understanding of the history, traditions, values, and family systems of client groups as relates to health care and decision-making. Displays sensitivity to and awareness of the diversity in cultural groups and integrates this knowledge into their practice.</li></ul> 
We take great care of careers.
Hartford HealthCare provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package and all the benefits of working with a top notch organization.<ul><li>
Medical, vision and dental benefits</li><li>
401(k) plan with employer match up to 7%</li><li>
Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire</li><li>
Tuition Assistance</li><li>
Discounts on services, products and optional coverages &ndash; movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more!</li></ul> 
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees - we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.</div>

Recovery Counselor - Behavioral Health Rehabilitation

<div>POSITION SUMMARY:
Person in this position will be responsible for general client supervision, milieu management and general program operation. The Counselor Tech Tier I position is not authorized to provide AOD Services to program participants unless registered or certified. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:<ul><li>
Ensure the security of the facility through the continuous monitoring of the grounds and facility.</li><li>
General client supervision in daily living activities and general program operation.</li><li>
Make copies of necessary program paperwork.</li><li>
Place documentation in client files.</li><li>
Ensure all scheduled activities occur at the specified time.</li><li>
Prepare client activity reports and other reports as requested.</li><li>
Search incoming property and shopping bags.</li><li>
Conduct medication calls at specified timeframes and according to policy.</li><li>
Ensure assignments given to residents are completed.</li><li>
Ensure that residents comply with program rules.</li><li>
Monitor trip logs and conduct visual contact searches to ensure residents returning to the facility are not under the influence of any substance.</li><li>
Ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the facility.
</li><li>Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and</li><li>
Perform all other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Competencies:<ul><li>
Knowledge of substance abuse and treatment is desired.</li><li>
Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.</li><li>
Ability to work well in a team environment.</li><li>
Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.</li><li>
Professional appearance and demeanor.</li><li>
Must be sensitive to populations served.</li><li>
Ability to obtain and maintain clearance from California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).</li><li>
Ability to obtain and maintain clearance from LEIE, MSIL, and EPLS.</li><li>
Valid driver&rsquo;s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare&rsquo;s vehicle insurance is required.</li><li>
Must be able to obtain and maintain Fresno County Credentialing.
</li><li>During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.</li><li>
CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
</li></ul>EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:<ul><li>
One (1) year experience in a residential social service setting providing services to the criminal justice/substance abusing population and/or equivalent experience and education combined.</li><li>
Basic computer skills.</li><li>
Good documentation skills.</li><li>
Be able to multi-task; and</li><li>
Excellent communication skills (written and oral).</li><li>
Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Psychology, Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field is preferred.</li><li>
High School Diploma required.</li></ul>
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:<ul><li>
Not applicable to this position.</li></ul>
WORKING CONDITIONS:<ul><li>
Work is primarily performed in an office or in a residential/outpatient treatment setting.</li><li>
Some outdoor activities may be required.</li><li>
UA testing of clients is required.</li><li>
Must be able to de-escalate situations in the program.</li></ul></div>

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