Care Coordinator - SUD Counselor

Care Coordinator – SUD Counselor Sierra Health and Wellness uses evidence-based methods to restore families, relationships, and self-worth. By transforming the character, we give life back to people who have lost it through substance abuse and mental health issues. The Care Coordinator is integral in helping clients achieve their goals. Our Concord inpatient facility houses 29 clients who receive specialized and personal care from our staff. The newly remodeled location offers amenities to both clients and staff. Positions Available Full-time (dates & times subject to change): Tuesday – Saturday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Benefits for Full-Time Employees Competitive pay 10 days paid vacation 5 holidays / 5 sick days per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with no monthly premium for employee 401(k) with a company match of up to 3% Employer-paid accident & life insurance Duties and Responsibilities The SUD Counselor is responsible for assessing and monitoring client behaviors while in treatment for chemical and alcohol abuse and dependency. The role includes: assessing clients’ immediate and long‑term needs; developing a treatment plan to reduce or eliminate substance abuse or criminal thinking; making referral appointments to address mental health or medical needs; collaborating with the Job Developer to build clients’ employability or initiate SSI where appropriate; documenting client behavior in group participation and counseling; providing crisis management and counseling services; running group therapies and education for clients and family/significant others; and supporting client emotional needs, coordinating treatment, and discharge planning. Essential Functions Provide assessment and participate in treatment planning with clients. Review client chart for completion of all paperwork with appropriate signatures; complete weekly audits each Friday. Facilitate discharge planning and community outreach. Respond well to emergencies and initiate action as required. Record noteworthy events involving client activities in the daily record. Respond to client complaints efficiently and timely. Check for completion of client orientation by support staff. Contact family immediately and set up a communication schedule for the remainder of treatment if desired by the client. Meet with clients individually twice a week at minimum. Complete notes for every group and interaction. Attend and participate in staff meetings and trainings. Required Education and Experience High School diploma or GED. Certification as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor by a California Regulatory Agency. Minimum one year of experience in drug and alcohol counseling. Familiarity with HIPAA/client confidentiality and personal rights. Valid license and/or certification in drug and alcohol counseling through an approved Department of Health Care licensing board. Current CPR and First Aid certification. Valid Driver’s License and insurability under our automobile insurance policy. Preferred Education and Experience Two to five years of experience in drug and alcohol counseling. Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Sierra Health and Wellness is a California network of leading behavioral health and rehab centers for adults and families who suffer from addiction to alcohol, opiates, amphetamines and other addictive substances. Sierra Health and Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against applicants, employees or clients on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by law, or patients' decisions regarding advance directives. Not all services are available at all offices. Posted pay range is a reasonable estimate that the organization believes in good faith it may pay for this particular job based on the circumstances at the time of posting. Pay may be adjusted in the future depending on many factors including business needs. Hourly: $29.00 – $35.00 Website #J-18808-Ljbffr