SUD Counselor - Si Se Puede

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Counselor to join our Recovery and Wellness Department in the Oakland Area of Alameda County. The Counselor is responsible for conducting intakes/assessments and providing individual, group, and family counseling, psychoeducation, case management, and other support services for adolescents with a substance use disorder and their families. This position will report to the Program Supervisor.  This role will uphold and champion the agency’s mission, vision, and values and contribute to a collaborative and inclusive work culture.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities: 

• Conduct initial intake and assessments;
• Formulate treatment plans for clients;
• Conduct individual, group, and family counseling sessions;
• Provide assessment and appropriate referrals to clients for educational, training, and other supportive services as needed;
• Maintain all client files;
• Represent clients and advocate on their behalf with probation officers, law officials, etc.;
• Maintain and submit all program documentation and reports in an accurate and timely manner;
• Actively identify and engage new clients by developing relationships with referral sources and guiding/implementing grassroots outreach strategies;
• Develop community resources for clients and family members;
• Provide assessment and appropriate referrals to clients for educational, training, and other supportive services as needed;
• Attend collaborative meetings with other agencies;
• Plan, develop and implement educational, social and recreational activities for clients;
• Develop and complete compliance reports or performance reports as assigned;
• Participate in all agency activities, meetings, training, events, etc.;
• Participate in Recovery Incentives as assigned by the Program Supervisor.

Other 

• Attend trainings and participate in events relevant to key responsibilities
• Track and regularly report on key metrics for responsible function areas
• Leads and collaborate on special projects related to agency objectives as appropriate 

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• *REQUIRED Drug and Alcohol Certification (must be either a "CADC" from CCAPP, or "CATC" from CAADE, please list this designation and number clearly after candidate name on resume/C.V.)
• Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred;
• Knowledge of alcohol and drug prevention and recovery/treatment programs and principles;
• Knowledge of the effects of alcohol and drug abuse;
• Knowledge of and sensitive to the needs of the Latino and African American Community;
• Non-Profit and Community Based Organization experience highly desirable.
• Demonstrates and models excellent “customer service” orientation, especially in the ability to interact with people at all levels within and outside the agency.
• Thinks independently and can make informed decisions when needed. 
• Exercises extreme discretion with the ability to hold, balance and transmit public and confidential information needed by various parties. 
• Proficient using MS Office products, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Acquires or maintains proficiency in using Google Drive products, including Docs, Sheets, and Forms.
• Valid CA Driver’s license
  • Auto insurance:  Personal vehicle may be used for business related purposes; it is recommended you inform your auto insurance carrier.   
• Current state-mandated guidelines requires employees in this position to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including booster shots. Accommodations may be available as required by law.  Applicants who are offered a position will be asked about their vaccination status and applications will be required to provide proof of vaccinations against COVID-19 including booster shots. The agency can provide accommodations as required by law in certain circumstances. 

BENEFITS:

• Excellent Health benefits package for you and your family including:
  • Medical/dental/vision benefits with 95% employee & 80% dependent employer premium contribution and employer paid life insurance.
• Vacation, 15 paid holidays, 12 paid sick days upon accrual
• Employee Assistance Plan to support yours and your family’s well being and finances 
• Pet Plan Benefit: 
  • PetPlus Product and Prescription Discounts, Pet Assure Veterinary Discounts, AskVet 24/7 Pet Telehealth, and ThePetTag Lost Pet Recovery Service
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Work-life wellbeing & excellent work hours
• Supportive/Collaborative work environment 
• Opportunities for Growth and Professional Development
• License and Certification renewals reimbursed
• La Familia offers a recruitment bonus for any Behavioral Health or Substance Use Disorder programs and positions that require occupational licenses or certifications are eligible. This bonus is paid throughout your first year of continued employment in increments of $500 at 30 days, $500 at 6 months and $1,000 at year one.