Counselor (Re-Entry) Casa Aurora

1 month ago

Bakersfield, United States Mental Health Systems, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

At TURN our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values Integrity, Diversity, Mentorship, and Inclusion are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment.

JOB SUMMARY

Assessment, treatment plan, individual and group counseling, care coordination, training, SUD recovery skills and education, and relapse prevention.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Assist participants in completing the appropriate forms regarding the transitional care phase of the program services.

• Work in cooperation with the other contract staff, sheriff staff, the continuing care service providers, county probation, parole, and the participant for the development of the Community Service Plan and Discharge Plan.

• Communicates with participants regarding the reality of their pre-release activities and plans, defining terminology and

identifying community resources.

• Conducts a periodic review of curriculum and resources available to enhance participants participation in pre-release/life skills programs and activities.

• Maintains class rosters, attendance records, and provides certificates for pre-release life skills program.

• Assesses participant's needs and makes referrals to appropriate staff.

• May participate in formulation and development of release plan.

• May secure supplementary information, such as employment, medical records or school records.

• Aids participants in planning and developing an individual post-release plan and encourages them to assume the responsibility for post-release behaviors and activities.

• Assists other staff in dealing with problematic resident behavior. Assisting with orientation to the treatment program, develops treatment plans, provides counseling and recovery services, vocational training, and relapse prevention.

• Maintains a caseload as prescribed by the Program Manager. Provides a variety of interventions including individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, collateral services, and other relevant sobriety-related services to clients.

• Recognize mood changes or signs of behavior that indicate relapse.

• Schedules daily activity and recreational activities and short-term special groups

• Documents, reviews, and charts client progress and completes all required paperwork, on time.

• Maintain the distinction between therapeutic and social relationships. Good sense of boundaries, ethics and professional demeanor.

• Knowledge of substance abuse programs and treatment.

• Comply with all MHS and program rules, policies and procedures including HIPAA standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• SUD Certification from a recognized board preferred; Minimum of SUD registration required.

• Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance per contract requirements required.

• Experience providing substance use disorder services preferred.

• Cultural competency understanding required.

• Bilingual preferred.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

These physical demands represent what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. As mentioned above, reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified disabilities.

☒ Seeing ☒ Hearing ☒ Speaking

☒ Stooping/Bending ☒ Working in cramped spaces ☒ Moving around facility

☒ Moving between offices/clients ☒ Driving – light errands ☐ Climbing

☒ Lifting/carrying heavy items ☐ Driving – in the course of job duties ☒ Using hands/fingers

☒ Pushing/pulling/dragging items ☒ Standing for long periods ☒ Sitting for long periods

☐ Working outside/underground

I can perform the above functions:

☐ Without accommodation ☐ With accommodation. If so, please specify:

OTHER DUTIES

This job description isn’t a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Employee signature constitutes an understanding of the job requirements, essential functions, and duties.

TURN is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, and sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions).


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