What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Abuse Counselor - CalGrant position at San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center?
Job DetailsLevelExperiencedJob LocationL8 - Van Nuys, CARemote TypeN / APosition TypeFull TimeEducation LevelNot SpecifiedSalary Range$57,500.00 - $59,500.00 Salary / yearTravel PercentageUndisclosedJob ShiftDayJob CategoryNonprofit - Social ServicesDescriptionID#C8445A - Under supervision and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, to provide substance abuse education, substance abuse disorder treatment, screenings, referrals, and ancillary services to individuals that have been disproportionately impacted by past federal and state drug policies. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES : Administer ASAM Triage screening tools, work closely with community partners, and provide appropriate substance abuse treatment depending on the need and situation.Participate in assertive assessment and evaluation of clients referred from community partners. Determine individual's strengths, needs and resources. Assess client's level of psychosocial impairment, self-care potential, family, and support network availability, independent living needs in relation to substance abuse. In conjunction with client, create and implement a thorough chemical dependency service plan incorporating strengths, barriers, and short / long term achievable goals of treatment.Assist clients in developing independent living skills and resources including social / recreational, vocational, legal, or educational goals, needed to implement and achieve goals of the individuals' service plan. Assist clients with Co-occurring disorder to acquire skills and tools for managing stress / trauma to experience improved daily functioning and emotional wellbeing. Create and maintain case notes in EXYM from client meetings, track referrals and linkage attempts made, record client progress toward treatment goals along with results of client pre and post self-assessments. Complete all documentation within mandated time frames and in compliance with county, state, and Center guidelines.Transport clients to and from appropriate service in company vans as necessary.Participate in crisis intervention - intervene with the client / others at the onset of a crisis to provide support and assistance in problem resolution and to coordinate or arrange for the provision of other needed services. Will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team; participate in staff and clinical meetings and community meetings as assigned.Will perform other duties as necessary.QualificationsEducation : Certified with either CADDE, CCAPP, or CADAAC Certification for counseling in substance abuse.Experience : Minimum 2 years' experience as a Certified Chemical Dependency Specialist with experience in outreach, assessment, treatment, and after care. Familiarity with signs and symptoms of domestic violence, mental illness, and observable medical disability. Knowledge and required training for the use of The ASAM Criteria and ASAM Triage Screening Tools to ensure proper level of care and referrals to LA County substance abuse treatment programs. Must act in accordance with all Health Insurance Portability andAccountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 and related state law confidentialityrequirements. Must successfully complete the Center's HIPAA training, passthe HIPAA test, and receive the Certification of Compliance.Regular attendance is an essential function of the job.Interacting with other employees at work is an essential function of the j ob.Arriving at work on time and not leaving early is an essential function of the job.Must have a good driving record and must be insurable by the Center's insurance provider.Maintain Certification and attend all required continuing education opportunities. Working with a target population of homeless, justice involved, mentally ill, and those suffering from substance abuse and other debilitating conditions.We offer : 2K Sign on bonusA team-oriented work environmentTraining opportunitiesExcellent compensation and benefitsPaid time Off - 12 holidays; generous sick and vacation timeFeel proud of being bilingual $2K for bilingual bonusHealth care, dental, life insurance, 403b retirementCareer Development
Salary : $57,500 - $59,500
