Certified Drug & Alcohol Counselor

Certified Drug & Alcohol Counselor

Under the administrative supervision of the Program Director or designee, this position is responsible for providing psychosocial, rehabilitation, and recovery-oriented services for adults. This is an at-will direct service position within a program. The position is responsible for counseling and aiding clients and families requiring assistance in dealing with substance abuse problems, such as alcohol or drug abuse. Functions as a Personal Service Coordinator for a case load of dually diagnosed clients.

Essential duties and responsibilities include assisting clients in identifying and progressing toward their chosen goals, advocating for clients in all areas of treatment, providing prompt intervention in the event of a crisis, interviewing clients, reviewing records, and conferring with other professionals. The position also involves formulating programs for treatment and rehabilitation of clients, including facilitation of support groups, counseling clients individually and in group sessions, counseling family members, referring clients to other support services, monitoring the condition of the client, preparing and maintaining reports and case histories, formulating and conducting programs to promote the prevention of alcohol and drug abuse, safely transporting clients and other passengers, providing support and training for other staff members, adhering to and upholding the policies and procedures of Turning Point Community Programs, and attending staff meetings.

Minimum qualifications and certifications include a CADAC license, a California driver's license, current vehicle insurance/registration, and a reliable means of transportation capable of passing vehicle safety inspection if more than five years old, excluding all modes of two-wheeled transport, inclusive of bicycles, mopeds, and motorcycles. The schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Compensation is $24.00 - $25.98 hourly.