Certified Substance Abuse Counselor Aide

Job Description

Job Description

A Substance Abuse Counselor at a rehabilitation center provides support, guidance, and treatment to individuals struggling with addiction. They assess patients, and offer counseling to help clients recover and maintain sobriety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct Initial intakes to evaluate and begin the process of treating substance abuse and mental health conditions.
• Provide individual and group counseling sessions.
• Educate clients about addiction, coping strategies, and relapse prevention.
• Monitor client progress and report to Program Manager as necessary.
• Collaborate with medical professionals, therapist, and support staff.
• Maintain detailed records and ensure compliance with confidentiality and regulatory requirements.
• Assist clients in accessing community resources and aftercare programs.
• Facilitate workshops, support groups, and life skills training.
• Obtain a Class C with passenger endorsement upon hire with expenses paid.
• Drive the clients to outside alumni and 12-step meetings.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Certification or licensure as a Substance Abuse Counselor. (CADC I/II) or a RADT enrolled in school.
• Experience working in addiction recovery or mental health counseling preferred but not necessary.
• Strong communication, empathy, and crisis intervention skills.
• Knowledge of treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, and 12-step programs.
• Evidenced based trainings (ASAM, CBT, Living in Balance, Relapse Prevention, Trauma informed) helpful.

Whiteside Manor is a Southern California residential treatment center staffed by a team of industry-leading medical and addiction professionals. Treated with dignity and compassion at every stage of recovery, we provide Whiteside residents the tools and accountability needed to achieve sobriety and enrich their lives.

Company Description

Whiteside Manor is a Southern California residential treatment center staffed by a team of industry-leading medical and addiction professionals. Treated with dignity and compassion at every stage of recovery, we provide Whiteside residents the tools and accountability needed to achieve sobriety and enrich their lives.