DETOX COUNSELOR

Join Buckelew and you will play a pivotal role in making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. 

Buckelew Programs is the largest provider of behavioral healthcare services in the North Bay for those who would otherwise not have access. Our mission is to promote recovery, resilience and hope by providing behavioral health and support services that enhance quality of life.

We are hiring a new Detox Counselor for the Helen Vine Recovery Center (HVRC), an innovative adult detox and substance use treatment program. In this role, you will work with clients in areas of assessment, intake/discharge, charting and providing individual counseling and emotional support. Other duties including maintaining logs, monitoring medication, and performing crisis intervention when needed. Counselors that possess Certification as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor will be classified as a Detox Counselor II and Counselors that are registered, but not yet certified, will be classified as a Detox Counselor I. This is a swing shift position, working 4 pm - 12 am, and includes paid meal breaks.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform assessments, intakes, discharges, charting and monitoring of clients.
• Perform individual counseling and provide emotional support for clients.
• Make appropriate referrals and attend to personal needs of clients.
• Perform crisis intervention when needed; uphold the rules at all times and respond as a team when the situation warrants.
• Manage drop-in emergencies, evaluate and determine the need to call 911 when necessary.
• Log all information and incident reports on client, in log, so that other staff can be informed.
• Coordinate volunteers donations.
• Ensure the safety of the clients and staff at all times.
• Maintain good boundaries and exercise confidentiality concerning clients.
• Facilitate and monitor groups.
• Monitor clients medication.
• Attend supervision meetings with the Program Director.
• Participate in staff training and all staff meetings.
• Maintain structure of the facility and understand the mission of the program and always work towards it.
• Take inventory of facility needs and/or maintenance problems.
• Oversee laundry and daily chores; do laundry and other chores as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience: Certification as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor or currently in the process of obtaining the Certification through the California Association of DUI Treatment Programs (CADTP) or the California Consortium of Additional Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) or other training approved by the State Department of Alcohol/Drug Programs is required. Minimum of a High School Diploma required. Must have proficient written and verbal communication skills.  Recent and/or relevant experience working with the population of the mentally disabled and dual-diagnosed population is preferred. Have proven knowledge and understanding of AA/NA Twelve-Step programs and resources.

Skills & Abilities: Ability to relate well with others, to balance many tasks and responsibilities simultaneously, to be empathic, warm, firm and supportive with clients. Possess and use good written and verbal communication skills. Possess a willingness and desire to learn and grow within this position and the program. Understand and know how to work as a team player. Computer literate. First Aid/CPR training/certification also preferable. Valid California drivers license with an insurable driving record preferred. Have knowledge of the resources in and around the County. Have at least two years continuous sobriety, if in recovery. Flexible schedule required.

Physical Requirements: Capable of the following intermittent activities: stretching, bending, kneeling, twisting, squatting, reaching above and below the shoulder, pushing, pulling, grasping and lifting up to 40 pounds. Capable of the following extended activities: walking, driving, writing, standing, hearing and sitting. Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically. Applicants are required to complete and clear a TB test as required by Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs.

Special Note: Employees in this position are required to register and participate in the process of obtaining Certification as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (or maintain certification if already certified) through the California Association of DUI Treatment Programs (CADTP) or the California Consortium of Additional Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) or other training approved by the State Department of Alcohol/Drug Programs. Loss of certification/registration, or failure to become certified within five years of registration, will result in loss of qualifications for continued employment in this position.

BENEFITS: Employer-paid medical, dental, vision and life and long-term disability insurance, EAP, FSAs, retirement savings plan with company match, paid meal breaks and generous paid time off policy.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION:  Buckelew Programs values transparency, equity, accountability and inclusion. As a behavioral health organization, we firmly believe that feeling understood, accepted, and supported is essential to mental well-being and promoting recovery; we welcome all people regardless of identities and circumstances. As a thought leader in mental health, substance misuse, suicide prevention, housing equity and community building, we recognize the need to stay current and responsive to diverse communities by bringing different people together to be their authentic selves.

AA/EOE

Salary : $27 - $29