Mental Health Care Provider

Substance Use Clinician

Salary Range $68,640.00 - $68,640.00 Salary Job Shift Day Education Level 4 Year Degree

Program/Dept: STEP Reports to: Program Manager Classification: Regular Full-Time Non-Exempt

About Us: Caminar is a leading behavioral health organization that supported over 48,000 youth and adults across six counties in Northern California and the San Francisco Bay Area last year. Caminar's mission is to build strength and stability through comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment and wrap-around services delivered through evidence-based, whole-person care. The organization was founded in 1964, and our vision is to be a BEACON of SAFETY, COMPASSION, and FULFILLMENT, supporting all those in our communities who need it most.

Caminar values diversity. This position must be available to respond to Substance Use Disorders treatment including client intakes, individual and group counseling, treatment assessment and planning, and case management for in-custody substance abuse services. The target clients are adults correctional inmates serving their sentences in County jail facilities.

Provide direct counseling services, including individual and group counseling, treatment assessment and planning, and case management (in-custody and transition to outpatient services)

Complies thoroughly with County DADS contract documentation and auditing standards and requirements in a timely manner including but not limited to required client contact time.

Participate in group and individual supervision.

Edits work for spelling and grammar; Education and/or Experience Completion of or progress towards either a Master's degree in Marriage Family Therapy, Social Work, or Psychology or CCAPP certification.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Intern registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences or registration as a CCAPP intern or completion of CCAPP certification or MFT/LCSW.

Be eligible for security clearance to enter Santa Clara County Jail facilities (Elmwood and main Jail) to screen, assess, create transition plans, and conduct psych education groups.

Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Depending on client needs, specialized language skills may be required for this position.

Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software and standard office software as well as the ability to develop competency in specialized clinical software as needed.

Bilingual preferred

Thorough clinical knowledge and experience and/or training in providing substance use disorders or behavioral health services to adults.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequently required to remain in a stationary position for most of the workday.

Move about the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as copy machine, printer, fax.

Frequently required to perform moderately difficult manipulative tasks such as typing, writing, etc. Frequently required to read documents, written reports, and plans. Must be able to distinguish normal sounds with some background noise, as in answering the phone, interacting with residents and staff, etc. Must be able to speak clearly and understand/be understood using the English language.

Environmental Conditions: Frequent exposure to varied office and mixed (residential/office) environments. Equipment: Frequently required to use a computer, phone, and fax machine.

Must be able to meet and receive a criminal records clearance, as required by Title XXII, other licensing regulations, and Caminar practices.

If required, a valid California driver license, a reliable personal vehicle, and current personal auto insurance is required by law. In addition, an MVR sufficient to obtain and maintain insurability under agency auto liability policies are all essential job requirements.

Must be able to pass post offer, pre-employment medical and drug tests as required under State Community Care Licensing regulations and/or agency policies.

If applicable, a personal cell phone with reliable service and a data plan to use for business purposes.

May be required to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Health coverage choices to fit you and your family's needs. Flexible Spending Account Receive tax savings on out-of-pocket health care costs.

Life, Long-term Disability, and AD&D Insurance Provided at no cost to our full-time employees. Paid Time Off We offer thirteen paid holidays and a generous sick and vacation benefit.

401(K) Retirement Savings Plan We offer options for both pre-tax and post-tax (Roth) contributions. Receive tax savings on your commuting costs!

Employee Assistance Program For whatever issue you might face, our Life Assistance Program offers free, confidential assistance at no cost to you.