Rehab Counselor - Immediate hiring

Substance Abuse Counselor
Position at Clarvida - California
Location: Pico Rivera, CA
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: $25 – 28.00/hour
Manages and coordinates the substance abuse clinical/program modalities. Participates in program structure/design with therapeutic supervisor and provides individual and group counseling. SAC I is an initial entry-level position with limited counseling experience. SAC II is hired with substance abuse counseling experience. SAC III position has experience supervising substance abuse counselors and in directing and treating crisis situations related to substance abuse
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Substance Abuse Counselor I/II

Provides individual, family and group counseling to adults and adolescents with substance abuse problems
Determines causal relationship between substance addiction, socio-economic factors and personality traits
Coordinates with other treatment team members when specialized services required
Works cooperatively with community agencies in the coordination of rehabilitation services for clients
Counsels family members of clients to provide emotional support and provide information
Reviews case records and refers clients to medical or psychiatric services as appropriate
Leads client group utilizing accepted therapy mode, group therapy techniques and basic skills training
Participates in utilization review activities
Transport clients to accommodate community relationships. Use of personal car or vehicle is required
Monthly Productivity requirement is 100 hours.
Maintain and ensures HIPAA, ethical standards and professional boundaries with all staff and clients
Participates in the evaluation of counseling methods for the effective treatment of substance abuse related problems
Prepares correspondence and reports as required
Properly documents client's progress on charts
Assists in coordinating and synchronizing substance abuse and service plan issues
Meets with clinicians to report observations and reactions to clients and to review clients progress
Other duties as assigned or necessary to support the program and/or the company.
Substance Abuse Counselor III

All SAC I/II duties.
Supervises case work/counseling of subordinate staff.
Models both appropriate and professional staff/client and staff/collaborative relationships.
Supervises the timely completion of all intakes, and documentation completed by program staff.
Adheres to any and all budget constraints communicated by the Program Director.
Responsible for the spending, monitoring, distributing, and accounting of all petty cash.
Transport clients to accommodate community relationships. Use of personal car or vehicle is required
Monthly Productivity requirement is 100 hours.
Maintain and ensures HIPAA, ethical standards and professional boundaries with all staff and clients
Reviews case notes for all active clients ensuring that all mistakes are corrected.
Reviews the monthly service log to ensure that all services provided are documented.
Responsible for the assignment and delegation of client case lads between program staff.
Supervises the casework of subordinate staff while providing ongoing leadership and direction to them.
Provides training to staff regarding crisis situations, proper protocol for referral, and communication with case managers (Deputy Probation Officers).
Attends monthly site-managers meetings at the request of, or in the absence of, the Program Director.
Provides training to new program staff ensuring they are properly oriented with their responsibilities, expectations and tasks involved in their position.
Other duties as assigned or necessary to support the program and/or the company.
Recovery Requirements

Provide the best customer care possible.
Identify and build upon the strengths of consumers, coworkers, and the communities we serve.
Support consumers' steps towards Recovery and Wellness.
Create an organizational culture that respects and celebrates the diversity of our consumers.
Value learning as an ongoing process that enables us to better service our consumers and establishes our leadership in the industry.
Research and utilize our industry's best practices and analyze our own services to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Level of Supervision
Given
Substance Abuse Counselor I
Does not supervise others
Substance Abuse Counselor II
May assist in orienting, training, assigning and reviewing work of other.
Substance Abuse Counselor III
Orienting, training, scheduling and reviewing work of others.
Interviewing new hires, input on performance appraisals and performance coaching.
Overall responsibility of documentation and program treatment.
Received
Substance Abuse Counselor I
Works under immediate supervision by Program Director and Licensed Clinician
Substance Abuse Counselor II/III
Works under direct supervision by Program Director and Licensed Clinician
Education/Licensing Requirements
Education and/or Experience
Substance Abuse Counselor I/II
College level courses related to treatment of chemical dependency required and A.A. degree preferred.
Substance Abuse Counselor III
A.A. degree preferred or at least two years working in substance abuse in a supervisory role.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Substance Abuse Counselor I
Requires a current Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor or is completing the required hours for certification.
Substance Abuse Counselor II/III
Requires a current Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor.
Proof of: valid California driver's license and auto insurance, as well as proof of education are required
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Substance Abuse Counselor I
Community clinic, psychiatric hospital or residential placement experience required and knowledge of rehabilitation philosophy preferred.
Strong interpersonal skills, good written and verbal communication skills, and organization skills required.
Basic typing and PC skills required.
Ability to effectively prioritize and manage time.
Substance Abuse Counselor II
Several years experience as a Substance Abuse Counselor. Knowledge of rehabilitation philosophy required.
Strong interpersonal skills, good written and verbal communication skills, and organization skills required.
Basic typing and PC skills required. Ability to effectively prioritize and manage time.
Substance Abuse Counselor III
Two years supervising other substance abuse counselors and directing, and treating of crisis situations related to substance abuse.
Some supervision/management experience in "dual diagnosis" treatment, crisis intervention, hospitalization programs, appropriate documentation and charting and confidentiality issues.
Intermediate typing and PC skills required. Ability to effectively prioritize and manage time.
Note: For Kern County staff must be classified as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor or as Entry-Level Substance Abuse Counselors.
a. A Certified Substance Abuse Counselor is a person who holds current drug and/or alcohol counselor certification from one of the certifying bodies recognized by the state department of Alcohol and Drug Programs.
b. An Entry-Level Substance Abuse Counselor is a person who has completed at least 5 classes and is currently enrolled in a TAP 21- based drug and alcohol studies program with the goal of becoming a certified substance abuse counselor or is currently enrolled in a TAP 21-based drug and alcohol studies program with 3 years of work experience in a substance abuse setting or has completed the educational requirements of a TAP 21-based drug and alcohol studies program and is completing the required hours for certification.
Physical Requirements

Office Environment (not remote position). Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking;
May be required to lift up to 20 pounds
Requires significant use of computer, tablet, phone and/or general office equipment
Needs adequate visual acuity, ability to grasp and handle objects
Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone
Will require off-site travel 20% - local and out of state (meeting,