Health Care Counselor

Kings View is a nonprofit leader in providing behavioral health services to the underserved community, is currently seeking a SUD Counselor – Registered to join our mission to provide compassionate services to those with limited resources. Our ideal candidate will have a passion to promote social justice and societal awareness, respect for human dignity, and lead with integrity while listening and responding to the community in need.

Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Registered (553)
The Registered SUD Counselor working under moderate supervision provides counsel and support to patients suffering from drug or alcohol dependency, educate families in the best ways to help in the recovery process, and work with both inpatient clients and those participating in outpatient programs. Under moderate supervision delivers services to substance abuse clients including client assessments, monitoring client attendance at meetings and classes, individual and group counseling, etc. May conduct intake and program orientation for participant including, but not limited to, assessment of psychological and social functioning and the development, implementation, and ongoing review of the participants Individual Treatment Plans in accordance with the Title IX regulations and Program protocol and policies.
Deliver individual and group counseling services, case management services, education and community outreach services, and referrals to appropriate services/community resources as necessary.
Conduct breathalyzer and/or saliva tests on participants as appropriate, documenting results
Monitor and maintain participant files, charts, attendance schedules, face-to-face monitoring forms, group progress notes, completion of vocational/educational and self-help activities, aftercare, scheduled make-up sessions, etc. to ensure compliance with Title IX regulations and Program policies.
Monitor participant payments/fees and assist with fee collections. Conduct financial assessment interview in accordance with Title IX Regulations and Program protocols.
for participants in accordance with Title IX and Program policies.
Abide by all Kings View policies and procedures, including but not limited to, confidentiality of program participants (Title IX, Title 42, and HIPPA/Privacy).
Class C
Alcohol and Drug Registration and actively pursuing Certification, in good standing by an agency approved and recognized by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is required at time of hire.
Associate degree or the equivalent sixty college semester units with emphasis in behavioral or social sciences if required for the position. Completion of 40 hours per two-year period of related training is required for continued employment for registered/certified counselors.
Must maintain counselor certification as required by State law. Familiarity with electronic health record systems (AVATAR). In-depth knowledge of drug and alcohol testing to monitor treatment plans and medical instructions.
Integrity to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
Flexible and reliable. Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Twelve (12) Paid Holidays
Education Reimbursement Program up to $1000 per year
Employee Assistance Program
Serving the underserved community
Since 1951, Kings View leads the community in providing behavioral health services to the underserved population. We have a strong tradition of commitment, and we focus on serving rural communities where health resources are often limited. Our people treat the community with care and compassion. Our principal core values echo throughout the organization and into our patient-focused programs. At Kings View we are dedicated to continuing our demonstration in the unparalleled commitment to wellness and recovery within each community we serve.