What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Use Disorder Counselor position at Options Recovery Services?
Options Recovery Services is a community-based non-profit offering outpatient treatment for people struggling with substance use. Our mission is to break the cycle of addiction leading to homelessness, crime, broken families, illness and death. We are currently seeking full-time counselors to join our team of addiction professionals.
Eligible applicants must be a registered or certified Alcohol And Other Drug (AOD) Counselor in California. Location: Oakland or San Leandro
What the job entails:
- Facilitation of daily treatment groups using approved curriculum
- Conducting intake, assessment, treatment planning, individual counseling, crisis intervention and case management sessions
- Documentation of group notes and individual services
- Observing and collecting urinalysis specimens
- General office support (answering phones, making copies, staying tidy etc.)
What the job requires:
- Valid certification/licensure to perform AOD/SUD services in the state of California (required)
- Proficiency in the 12-Core Functions of an AOD counselor and knowledge of "The Golden Thread"
- Training or experience with the ASAM Criteria (recommended)
- Two years of counseling experience (recommended)
- Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office products
- Professionalism in dealing with clients and staff, and the ability to work as part of a team
- Full vaccination for COVD-19
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.85 - $34.10 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Medical Specialty:
- Addiction Medicine
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $34