What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Treatment Counselor (SB-38, Multiple Offender DUI Program) position at Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse?
Bilingual Treatment Counselor - SB-38
The Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (CADA) is hiring a Part-Time Counselor to work in our DUI treatment program, SB38.
Interesting and rewarding position working with individuals referred by the courts to re-instate their driving capability. SB38 is the Senate Bill referring to a DUI program for repeat offenders that drivers must complete when they receive a second DUI conviction within 10 years of a prior DUI or wet and reckless conviction. Be a part of a robust team of Alcohol and Drug Counselors assisting individuals in our community who are managing their legal matters.
The Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (CADA) is hiring a Part-Time Counselor to work in our DUI treatment program, SB38.
Interesting and rewarding position working with individuals referred by the courts to re-instate their driving capability. SB38 is the Senate Bill referring to a DUI program for repeat offenders that drivers must complete when they receive a second DUI conviction within 10 years of a prior DUI or wet and reckless conviction. Be a part of a robust team of Alcohol and Drug Counselors assisting individuals in our community who are managing their legal matters.
LICENSES:
- Substance Abuse counselor registration, certification, or clinical license from a State of California Accredited Institution.
EXPERIENCE:
- Experience providing counseling services to diverse, bilingual, bicultural clients preferred.
- Bilingual, Spanish/English required.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in the field of alcohol/drug counseling required.
- Strong documentation and organizational skills.
- Specific knowledge of individual counseling principles and techniques, and substance abuse assessment and case planning.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct individual and group substance abuse counseling, education, and relapse prevention sessions.
- Conduct treatment planning and assessment for clients.
- Complete documentation accurately, professionally, and within the prescribed time frame.
- Maintain effective communication with supervisors, support staff, and external service providers.
- Uphold all HIPAA compliance standards.
- Collect payment from clients.
- Keep abreast of current literature and research in the field of alcoholism and drug addiction/abuse.
- Maintain a caseload and ensure weekly services are provided to meet the needs of the individuals served.
- Develop, review, and update individualized treatment and discharge plans in collaboration with clients and clinical supervisors.
Part-Time, Monday-Wednesday 4pm-8pm
Salary : $22 - $25