Substance Abuse Counselor Job at Westcare, San Diego, CA

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  • Westcare
  • San Diego, CA

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:
Person in this position will be responsible for the counseling and case management of clients enrolled in the program. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Utilize intake and screening instruments using an assessment of needs to obtain a complete medical history; history of substance abuse; physical, emotional, and sexual abuse/incest history; education level; work history; and involvement with the legal system.
  • Deliver individual and group substance abuse counseling services and substance abuse educational services, responsible for therapeutic activities throughout the continuum of care.
  • Provide counseling for psychological distress resulting from physical and domestic violence, sexual abuse, and relapse prevention.
  • Conduct frequent random urine testing.
  • Create opportunities to complete GED and continue academic education through on-site and community resources.
  • Arrange for the on-site provision of HIV_AIDS counseling and for pre- and post HIV testing.
  • Establish formal linkages with community providers for provision of all necessary services including basic needs of food, clothing, housing, finances, assistance in legal and family matters, vocational and educational needs, transportation, health care, mental health services, child welfare services and support services.
  • Maintenance of individual client treatment files in accordance with agency policies and procedures, including documentation of vocational/educational activities as well as all other pertinent documentation.
  • Serve as a trainer for program staff.
  • Participate in daily shift exchange including documenting in facility log at the end of shifts and thoroughly reviewing log at the start of shifts.
  • Must embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.


ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

COMPETENCIES:
  • Must possess knowledge of chemical dependency, substance abuse and personality dynamics of the substance abuser.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment.
  • Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
  • Professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain clearance from California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).
  • Ability to obtain and maintain clearance from LEIE.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required; and
  • CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test..


EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

  • Three (3) years of full-time experience of counseling duties with a criminal justice population in a substance use disorder program.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required.


LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

  • Alcohol and Drug Registration and actively pursuing Certification, in good standing by an agency approved and recognized by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is required at time of hire. 
  • Must obtain AOD Certification within six (6) months of employment. 
  • Preference will be given to those candidates who are currently Certified.


WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Work is primarily performed in an office or in a residential treatment setting; and
  • Some outdoor activities may be required.

About Westcare:

Who We AreSince 1973, WestCare has provided health and human services with a commitment to delivering high-quality and cost-effective services that empower people to transform their lives.THE MISSION.We are resolutely dedicated to the populations we serve, as well as our employees, and actively promote the wellness and empowerment of individuals, their families, and their communities.Our MissionWestCare empowers everyone with whom we come into contact with to engage in a process of healing, growth, and change benefiting themselves, their families, co-workers, and communities.Where Do We Serve?Proudly serving sixteen states, three U.S. territories, the Dominican Republic and the Republic of PalauWhat Do We Do?We're a family of nonprofit organizations that provide a wide range of health and human services to improve the lives of those in our communities. Our service domains include:Mental Health & WellnessTreatment & RehabilitationCriminal JusticeVeteran ServicesHousing OpportunitiesEducation & PreventionDomestic ViolenceEmergency Support

Job Tags

Full time, Outdoor, Shift work,

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