Substance Use Counselor | Group Facilitator

3 weeks ago


Los Angeles, United States Renewal Health Group Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Sanctuary Treatment Center, a Residential Substance Use Treatment Center for adults located in the San Fernando Valley, is currently hiring a SUD Counselor

The Substance Use Counselor performs supervised group counseling, crisis intervention, supervision and outreach services. Work is supervised by professional staff, and individual clinical work is supervised by a licensed therapist. This position would primarily run group on recovery & life skills while assisting with client engagement, intakes and assessments in between groups. This is a full time position, expected to be available at minimum 30 hrs per week M-F with some flexibility in hours.


Benefits:

Renewal Health group, offers competitive salaries for all positions. Regular employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible for:

  • Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance.
  • Reimbursement for licensing fees
  • Education assistance
  • Employee referral bonus
  • Healthcare Flexible spending account with $250 company contribution for Full time employees
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, 6 paid holidays, jury duty pay
  • Direct deposit and same-day pay
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) retirement plan with 4% dollar for dollar match to employees who work a minimum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year.

Duties and responsibilities

  • Leads group counseling sessions to discuss effective coping skills and assist clients in identifying the reasons for their addiction and overcoming the problems related to substance use and abuse.
  • Assist in the client intake process and administers intake assessments.
  • Collaborates with treatment team comprised of clinical staff, including the clinical director, program director, and treatment
  • Responsible for assisting residents to live more effectively with their addictions by identifying harmful behaviors and overcoming urges.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of patient care through charting and documenting client progress, and provide service referrals when needed.
  • Perform patient analysis, random drug tests, and facilitate counseling sessions
  • Maintain professional relationships with the staff, residents, families, and
  • Performs any other duties as

Qualifications

  • Must be Certified as an AOD counselor by one of the approved organizations (CCR, Section 13035(0) or a registered counselor that has completed all required course work for certification able to qualify to test upon completion of intern hours.
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification or able to obtain upon hire (company will provide)
  • Current TB skin test and renewed annually.
  • Good interviewing and listening skills.

Renewal Health Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer


Pre-Employment Requirements
Hiring is contingent upon completion of a Background Check, TB test, and clearance on a drug screen and pre-employment physical. Current First Aid and CPR certification or willing to obtain upon hire.



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