Substance Abuse Professional/Community Health Worker

16 hours ago

Scotts Valley, California, United States Wellness and Equity Alliance LLC Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to lead the field operations of our mobile behavioral health clinic team. As a Substance Abuse Professional/Community Health Worker, you will manage a diverse team of CHWs and CPSWs focused on delivering equitable healthcare services to underserved communities, including those who are formerly incarcerated or court-ordered.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct support to individuals needing behavioral health and substance use support.
  • Advocate for clients to effectively communicate with healthcare providers, substance abuse counselors, or social service agencies.
  • Offer emotional support and mentorship to clients navigating behavioral health and substance use challenges.
  • Develop and implement programs that promote, maintain, and improve individual and community health.
  • Assist clients in setting and achieving personal goals for their recovery and overall well-being.
  • Facilitate peer support groups and activities to encourage positive social connections and mutual support among clients.
  • Collaborate with Substance Abuse Counselors, CHWs, and other team members to deliver holistic care tailored to individual needs.
  • Establish and maintain trusting relationships with clients and community partners.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of two years of sobriety and a demonstrated commitment to long-term recovery.
  • A licensed Substance Abuse Professional (LSAA/LADAC) or Certified Peer Support Worker (CPSW) certification is required.
  • Must not be under any form of criminal justice supervision.
  • Ability to gain clearance into the Metropolitan Detention Center.
  • Experience working with formerly incarcerated or court-ordered individuals preferred.

Preferred Experience:

Lived or professional experience connecting to the student population served. This may include but is not limited to, knowledge related to mental health conditions, substance use, homelessness, foster care, incarceration, military service, disability, domestic or intimate partner violence, or shared cultural, linguistic, or community backgrounds.

Education Experience:

  • A High School diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) is required. An associate degree in healthcare, social work, or a related field is preferred.
  • Must possess either a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience or lived experience.
  • Ability to work independently and to collaborate with teams of individuals in diverse settings, using a solution-oriented approach.

Preferred Skills:

Lived experience with Behavioral Health, Lived Experience with Substance Use Disordered Persons, Lived Experience with Correctional Facilities.

Additional Requirements:

Demonstrated history of strong interpersonal skills and ability to understand and follow written/verbal instructions. Demonstrated knowledge of local and regional community resources. Demonstrated knowledge of public health programs. Skilled in utilizing appropriate industry standard assessment techniques. Demonstrated ability to provide appropriate guidance and positive customer service using a patient-centered approach. Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of the local community based on personal lived experience or the ability to articulate the lived experience and perspective. Preference is given to bilingual Spanish speakers. Preference to cultural competence with LatinX communities.

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