SUD Counselor Supervisor

At TURN our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values People, Culture and Growth are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment.

JOB SUMMARY

The Supervising SUD Counselor coordinates the substance abuse treatment for the participants and is responsible for the scheduling of participants into program activities and services and for directing the Program Counselors in the implementation of the treatment plan. The Supervising Counselor also supervises the administration of the assessment process of new arrivals, supervises the program counselor's activities and monitors written substance abuse treatment plan development. The Supervising Counselor functions as a substance abuse counselor on occasion as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
• Overall coordination and supervision of substance abuse treatment services in the program.
• Provides direction to and oversight of Program Counselors in the implementation of the treatment curriculum and delivery of program services. Assists counseling staff in dealing with counseling issues and problematic participant behavior.
• Schedules all participants into treatment activities and supervises the administration of the treatment needs assessment process of all newly arrived participants.
• Supervises the Program Counselor's activities and monitors treatment plan development.
• Meets with Program Counselors to develop transition plans for continued community treatment.
• Ensures groups and classes are conducted as scheduled.
• Ensures participant attendance/absence is documented.
• Monitors all aspects of program counseling service delivery operation to ensure adherence with contract requirements, standard operating procedures and MHS Personnel Manual.
• Under guidance of Program Manager, reviews program participants' charts for completeness and accuracy.
• Supervises accurate and timely documentation as contractually required and meet minimum requirements for direct billable client services.
• Supervises charts and treatment plan reviews to ensure compliance with agency, federal, state, and local government standards, and monitor client progress and changing needs throughout treatment.
• Provides training and cross-training to program staff as directed by the Program Manager.
• Facilitates groups and educational classes on a fill-in basis as needed.
• Conducts individual counseling and case management on a fill-in basis or for purposes of supervision or training.
• Follows the clinical and administrative chain of command.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelors Degree and two cumulative years of full-time experience supervising counseling staff in a substance abuse program.
• Valid CA driver's license and current auto insurance per contract requirements required.
• Experience providing substance use disorder services preferred.
• Cultural competency understanding required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.
• If substance use disorder program a negative tuberculosis test (TB) is conducted under licensed medical supervision within 45 working days of hire or within 5 working days of employment and valid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid certification upon hire or within 90-days of employment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

These physical demands represent what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. As mentioned above, reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified disabilities.

☒ Seeing ☒ Hearing ☒ Speaking

☒ Stooping/Bending ☒ Working in cramped spaces ☒ Moving around facility

☒ Moving between offices/clients ☒ Driving ☐ Climbing

☒ Lifting/carrying heavy items ☒ Pushing/pulling/dragging items ☒ Standing for long periods

☐ Working outside/underground ☒ Using hands/fingers ☒ Sitting for long periods

I can perform the above functions:

☐ Without accommodation ☐ With accommodation. If so, please specify:

OTHER DUTIES

This job description isn't a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TURN is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, and sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions.