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Outpatient 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
- 4.7 Sacramento, CA Job Details Full-time $25
- $27 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Fuel reimbursement 403(b) matching Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Cell phone reimbursement Vision insurance 401(k) matching 403(b) Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Job description: Bridges Professional Treatment Services is seeking a passionate and motivated Outpatient Counselor to join our treatment team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES, may include but not be limited to: Counsels clients individually and in-group sessions to assist clients in overcoming alcohol and drug dependency. Formulates and conducts programs that promote prevention of alcohol and drug abuse. Assists in completing detailed case histories, related correspondence and reports. Facilitates or co-facilitates group sessions for clients. Monitors condition of client to evaluate success of treatment and adapts treatment as needed. Completes progress notes as needed. Plans and implements intensive long or short-term treatment. Evaluates clients' readiness for discharge. Completes all required paperwork within the assigned timeframes. Refers clients to other support services as needed such as medical evaluation and treatment, social services and employment services. Administers drug and alcohol tests. Other duties as assigned.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have proof of High school Diploma or Equivalent. Must be registered or certified by one (1) of the three (3) agencies currently authorized by the State of California Alcohol and Drug Programs to certify Drug and Alcohol Counselors in State Regulations, section 13035. If registered, must provide documentation of enrollment and/or attendance in addiction studies courses. Must have knowledge of general recovery principles including 12-step programs. Benefits Package includes (for full-time employees) : Medical Insurance- 100% Employer covered (with buy-up options) Dental insurance
- 100% Employer covered (with buy-up options) Life insurance
- 100% Employer covered (with buy-up options) Retirement plan 403(b)
- With employer matching up to 5% Vision insurance
- Low buy-in costs 4 extra voluntary insurances'
- Additional perks include: Professional development assistance (for qualifying positions) Employer-funded CPR/First Aid Certification (for qualifying positions) Flexible work schedule (for qualifying positions) Wellness resources
- Flu vaccines, etc. Education reimbursement (for qualifying positions) Bi-annual Certification reimbursement (for qualifying positions) Mileage/Gas reimbursement (for qualifying positions) Cell phone reimbursement (for qualifying positions) Paid holidays off
- 10 days annually Accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) Sick Time
- 40 hours annually
Pay:
$25.00- $27.