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Ensure all client care, treatment, and incident documentation is completed promptly, clearly, and concisely. Accurately documents all work with the client and/or family and/or relevant persons, per regulatory agency and Gateways requirements, and as measured by QA standards and peer review audit results. Interfaces with such agencies as the Department of Health Care Services, Department of Public Health, Substance Abuse Prevention and Control, criminal justice services, and other related community agencies. Participates in case conferences, staff meetings, community meetings, and supervision or consultation. Coordinate service provision with external case managers, school staff, probation officers, county workers, etc. Establishes and maintains rapport and effective working relationships with clients, families, and community; works effectively within the agency and the community. Maintains confidential information regarding clients, families, and agency operations. Maintains a professional relationship with clients, staff, and outside stakeholders. Exercises good judgment in the performance of duties and responsibilities. Attends all required staff training sessions following agency and state licensing requirements and develops counselor skills through seminars, workshops, or other forms of training and education. Perform other duties as assigned.
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GATEWAYS HOSPITAL & MENTAL HEALTH CENTER
Alcohol and Drug Counselor
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What they do
A Substance Abuse Counselor counsels people struggling with addictions to alcohol, drugs or other substances. Assists clients in dealing with personal and professional problems related to substance abuse. Collaborates with other health care and mental health care professionals to coordinate services for clients, and works with families of substance abusers. May work in a clinic, health care facility or community based program, or work with clients referred through the criminal justice system.
$28,351 / year median in California
+24% projected growth
Job Description
Title of Position:
Alcohol and Drug Counselor Location:
Gateways Substance Use Disorder Programs Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Non-Exempt Union/ Non-Union:
Non-Union Supervisor:
Program Coordinator Gateways Hospital and Mental Health Center's Outpatient Healing and Addiction Recovery program is a newly certified program. Candidates will have the opportunity to be a part of an exciting start up phase that will include outreach and engagement of new clients, establishing community partnerships with other county providers and participating in program development. We are looking for highly motivated, energetic and qualified individuals who can help us establish our new program and bring much needed services to a vulnerable population of clients in our community. We invite you to consider joining our team and be a part of an exciting phase of expansion and growth for Gateways Hospital and Mental Health Center!SUMMARY OF POSITION
Reporting to the Program Coordinator, the Registered or Certified Alcohol and Drug (AOD) Counselor provides case management services, conducts assessments and screenings, coordinates care, and provides individual/family and group counseling to the adolescent and adult outpatient clients. The AOD Counselor will support integrating other services within the client's treatment plans, such as housing, legal, educational, and vocational services.ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Conducts Initial Screening, Assessment, Service Authorization Requirements, Treatment Plan, Group Counseling, Patient Education, Individual Counseling, Crisis Intervention, Family Counseling, Collateral Services, and Discharge Services. Evaluate the client's needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.Ensure all client care, treatment, and incident documentation is completed promptly, clearly, and concisely. Accurately documents all work with the client and/or family and/or relevant persons, per regulatory agency and Gateways requirements, and as measured by QA standards and peer review audit results. Interfaces with such agencies as the Department of Health Care Services, Department of Public Health, Substance Abuse Prevention and Control, criminal justice services, and other related community agencies. Participates in case conferences, staff meetings, community meetings, and supervision or consultation. Coordinate service provision with external case managers, school staff, probation officers, county workers, etc. Establishes and maintains rapport and effective working relationships with clients, families, and community; works effectively within the agency and the community. Maintains confidential information regarding clients, families, and agency operations. Maintains a professional relationship with clients, staff, and outside stakeholders. Exercises good judgment in the performance of duties and responsibilities. Attends all required staff training sessions following agency and state licensing requirements and develops counselor skills through seminars, workshops, or other forms of training and education. Perform other duties as assigned.