What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Abuse Disorder Counselor - Encino position at Emend Health Corporation (FL) LLC?
Benchmark Transitions is now a part of Emend Healthcare! We are expanding our services across Southern California and are looking for experienced professionals to join our team!
DATE: September, 2023
POSITION: AOD Counselor (Full-Time Regular)
SALARY: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour
SCHEDULE: 8 - hour shift
SCHEDULE: 8 - hour shift
LOCATION: Encino, CA. (In-Person)
ABOUT US: Benchmark Transitions is operating a small detox/residential substance abuse disorder facility in the Encino, CA area. We are a professional, agile and rewarding company looking for experienced employees. We invite you to join our team of health care professionals. We are seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team and provide support to individuals struggling with substance abuse. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing individual and group counseling, developing treatment plans, and monitoring progress. The ideal candidate will have experience in the field of substance abuse, a passion for helping others, and a commitment to providing compassionate care.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide individual, group, and family counseling to clients with substance abuse issues.
- Develop treatment plans and provide referrals to appropriate services.
- Conduct assessments of clients to identify their needs and goals.
- Provide education on the risks of substance abuse and the benefits of recovery.
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Maintain accurate records of client progress and treatment plans.
- Provide crisis intervention when needed.
QUALIFICATIONS: Following are the qualifications required to perform the essential functions of this position. Qualifications may be subject to modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act. Bilingual abilities are desirable but not required.
- Must have a High school diploma or equivalency.
- 5 years experience in substance abuse disorder treatment.
- Must possess certification in the field of Substance Use Disorder Counselor (CADC I, CADC II, CADC III, LAADC or equivalent.
- Ability to read and understand the English language.
- Quickly and accurately documents daily activities in electronic medical records system.
- Must be able to read and follow directions and policies.
- Must have valid California driver’s license and liability insurance if driving a personal vehicle on duty.
- Able to stand, stoop, bend squat and reach for purpose of performing job duties such as handling materials stocked on shelves, filing, and lifting. Routinely lift and move items weighing up to twenty-five pounds; is expected to ask for assistance and use a dolly or cart for any heavy items.
- Proficient in crisis intervention and management, knowledge of behavior management techniques and verbal de-escalation processes
- Must understand the inner workings of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)
Vision, hearing, manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination must be adequate for the performance of job duties. Must have experience with basic computer skills. Able to stand and walk most of the working day and to physically perform other job duties. Duties may require occasional use of a stool or small ladder. Specific qualifications may vary based on the assignment.
BENEFITS:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Recovering individuals must have a minimum two years clean, sober and abstinent to be considered for employment.
Salary : $28 - $30