Bilingual AOD Counselor (DUI Program)

Job Description Job Description Job Summary Zona Seca, Inc. is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and bilingual ( English/Spanish ) AOD Counselor and Instructor to join our team. In this role, you will facilitate education classes, group sessions, and individual counseling for adult clients enrolled in our state-licensed DUI and substance use programs. You will help clients understand the impact of alcohol and drugs, develop recovery skills, and fulfill court- or DMV-mandated requirements. This is a 32-hour per week position, and we cover 100% of health, dental, vision and life insurance for the employee. We also provide a 403-b plan with a match. Key Responsibilities * Facilitate Classes & Groups: Lead educational lectures, process groups, and face-to-face interviews in both English and Spanish following California Title 9 DUI program guidelines. * Client Assessments: Conduct initial intakes, risk assessments, and progress evaluations. * Recovery Instruction: Deliver curriculum focused on substance use education, relapse prevention, and life skills. * Testing & Monitoring: Administer alcohol breathalyzer tests or observed urine drug screens as required by program policy or clinical necessity. * Documentation: Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely client records, progress notes, and compliance reports in accordance with state and federal standards (HIPAA/42 CFR Part 2). * Client Support: Act as a primary point of contact for clients, court liaisons, and administrative staff regarding program compliance. Qualifications & Requirements * Language: Fluent in English and Spanish (written and verbal). * Certification / Registration: * * Valid substance use counselor registration or certification from an accredited California certification body (such as CAADE (California Association for Drug/Alcohol Educators) or CADTP (California Association of DUI Treatment Programs)), OR * Actively working toward an approved AOD certification. * Experience: Previous experience working in substance use disorder treatment, behavioral health, or a California Title 9 DUI program is strongly preferred. * Education: High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a human services or related field is a plus. * Skills: Strong public speaking and classroom management skills; ability to remain calm and empathetic with a diverse client population. Company Description Zona Seca, Inc. (or dry place) is proud to have been a partner in the community for 56 years, helping local communities become drug-free while educating residents, young and old, about the perils of alcohol, drugs and domestic violence. The agency has served more than 100,000 people to date, and that number grows every day. Company Description Zona Seca, Inc. (or dry place) is proud to have been a partner in the community for 56 years, helping local communities become drug-free while educating residents, young and old, about the perils of alcohol, drugs and domestic violence. The agency has served more than 100,000 people to date, and that number grows every day.