SUD Counselor

SAINT JOHNS PROGRAM FOR REAL CHANGE • Sacramento, CA

1d • $28 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of SUD Services, the SUD Counselor provides counseling and treatment to clients with addictive problems, performs discharge and referral summaries for clients and maintains client case files. The SUD Counselor works in cooperation with the Integrated Health Services case management team.

Requirements

• Experience in SMARTCARE platform
• High School diploma, Associate or B.S. degree in related field preferred.
• Two years of experience counseling in substance use disorder.
• Hold a current CADCA, CADA-I, CADA II, or LAADC certificate.
• Knowledge and training in substance abuse and related health issues (i.e., HIV, Hepatitis C, etc.) and recovery protocols including the 12 step programs.
• Knowledge of the local treatment community and referrals; if in recovery, two years sobriety required.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Computer (PC) literate in general office functions such as word processing, email and database software.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Will need a current negative TB test before hiring as well as annually (provided through work).
• CPR and mandated reporter training will need to be completed once hired.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in Spanish language (spoken and written)
• Trauma informed training

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions.
• Complete intakes, assessments, and individualized treatment plans
• Appropriately deescalate disruptive or crisis situations
• Keep up to date documentation in client files.
• Participate in team meetings to address issues identified in treatment plans.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge in SUD counseling theory and techniques.

Benefits

• Choice of 8 medical plans
• Choice of 3 dental plans
• Vision, Life and Accident and Injury Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403 (b) 100% match for 1%–6% of pay
• Paid Time Off includes: 11 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, 7 sick days and up to 18 days of vacation per calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED