Outpatient AOD Counselor

Outpatient AOD Counselor Phoenix House California - 3.0 Venice, CA Job Details Full-time $25 - $29 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Professional development assistance Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Bilingual Spanish Individual / group counseling Addiction counseling Crisis management Group therapy High school diploma or GED Driver's License Substance abuse counseling Motivational interviewing Substance abuse Mental health counseling Counseling Certification Behavioral health

Full Job Description Outpatient AOD Counselor:

Facility Located in Venice, CA. Sunday, Monday, & Tuesday; 8:30am to 5:00pm, Wednesday and Thursday; 1pm to 9:30pm What does PHCA do? At Phoenix House California, we are dedicated to helping young people, women and men overcome substance and alcohol use disorder to live extraordinary lives in recovery. Since 1979, we have been a leader in the field of substance use disorder treatment, providing addiction, behavioral health, and family services to anyone who needs our help, often offering the only chance of recovery to the underserved and uninsured in our community. Annually, over 44,000 individuals — including family members, parents, teachers, and students in California — receive our life-saving services: residential and outpatient treatment, continuing care, recovery support, school-based prevention and mental health services, and in-custody substance use disorder treatment and mental health services for male adolescents and adults. What's it like to work at PHCA? At Phoenix House California, we take a holistic approach to drug addiction and mental health disorders that focuses on the power of being both proactive and reactive: prevention, early intervention, and recovery services. Understanding the health and safety risks of alcohol and drug misuse is the first step to reducing the risk of addiction. It starts with knowing the facts. We reach almost 32,000 students, parents, and teachers annually, through our school-based prevention and early intervention programs. PHCA Benefits 15 Paid Holidays for eligible employees Pet, Life, Travel, Legal Coverage Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Retirement Plan Tuition Reimbursement and Continued Education Assistance Position Details Reporting to the Clinical Manager, the Outpatient Alcohol and Drug (AOD) Counselor is responsible for individual service coordination for patients enrolled in Phoenix House Outpatient Services, including supporting a successful transition back into the community. In collaboration with the Clinical Manager, the Outpatient AOD Counselor carries a patient caseload and supports the successful integration of medical care, substance abuse treatment, and other services within individual treatment plans. Position Requirements The AOD Counselor 1 shall possess a High school diploma or its equivalent; and be registered as an Alcohol and Drug (AOD) Counselor recognized by The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). or The AOD Counselor 2 shall possess a Minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent; and be Certified as an Alcohol and Drug (AOD) Counselor recognized by The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). Minimum of one-year prior experience in a related field. Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred Must maintain a valid California Drivers' License, have proof of automobile insurance and maintain a safe driving record based on Phoenix House policy

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalency?

Experience:

AOD Counselor:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

and active

RADT/AOD

Counselor certification (Required) California Driver License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Venice, CA 90294 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Venice, CA 90294: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person