Talent.com
AOD Counselor I or II- Outpatient Santa Monica
AOD Counselor I or II- Outpatient Santa MonicaClare Foundation, Inc. • Santa Monica, CA, US
AOD Counselor I or II- Outpatient Santa Monica

AOD Counselor I or II- Outpatient Santa Monica

Clare Foundation, Inc. • Santa Monica, CA, US
job_description.job_card.30_days_ago
serp_jobs.job_preview.job_type
  • serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
job_description.job_card.job_description

Job Description

Job Description

Are you in search of a role that provides opportunity for growth, and encourages career advancement? Do you want to save lives and have a positive influence on the community? Look no further than CLARE|MATRIX!

Whether you work within the clinical arena, or the administrative world. We all work toward our shared mission, and uphold the CLARE|MATRIX values of :

COMPASSION – TEAMWORK – INTEGRITY – EMPOWERMENT – ADAPTABILITY - EQUALITY.

If your values align with ours… JOIN US!

Why CLARE|MATRIX?

CLARE|MATRIX is seeking bright and compassionate leaders to help save lives through recovery! We are a nonprofit organization providing effective and compassionate treatment, recovery, and prevention services for alcoholism and substance abuse to individuals, families, and the community. We offer an engaging, mission-driven work environment with excellent benefits and compensation. Work with dedicated colleagues in a dynamic setting, utilizing innovative approaches to addiction recovery and mental health treatment.

We recognize our staff as the heart of our organization, and seek to provide a generous and competitive benefit package to support our employees well-being. We offer the following :

  • Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life / AD&D, and LTD insurance
  • Vacation and sick leave
  • 11 Paid Holidays (including a birthday holiday)
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan (may be eligible for employer matching up to 6% the first of the quarter after 90 days of service)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Mentorship and formal training to help you grow
  • Performance-based culture and endless opportunities for growth

About CLARE|MATRIX :

CLARE|MATRIX is a nonprofit organization providing effective and compassionate treatment, recovery, and prevention services for alcoholism and substance misuse to individuals, families, and the community.

Since 1970, CLARE|MATRIX has provided quality substance misuse and mental health treatment to men, women, and children in southern California. Through programs run by a compassionate, committed, results-oriented team of counselors, therapists, and administrators, CLARE|MATRIX continues to build its reputation as a leader in Evidence- Based Treatment practices and continues to break new ground in the areas of positive outcomes, outreach, research, and community involvement.

Headquartered in Santa Monica, CA, CLARE|MATRIX maintains 7 facilities in the Southern California region; providing services to participants in a manner consistent with its Core Values : Compassion, Teamwork, Integrity, Empowerment, Adaptability and Equality.

Summary :

The Counselor supports the activities of the department, which provides high quality substance misuse recovery services for people who are struggling with the addictions to alcohol and other drugs by assisting them in achieving identified goals.

Shift :

12 : 30pm- 9pm Tuesday-Friday, and Saturdays 7 : 30am-4pm.

Possibility to switch the Friday to do Monday instead.

Major Areas of Responsibility :

  • Manage a caseload of clients
  • Group Facilitation, individual counseling & case management of clients
  • File compliance ensuring contractual guidelines and CLARE|MATRIX’s standards are upheld
  • Crisis Management
  • Collaborative team work
  • Maintain a good knowledge and understanding of CLARE|MATRIX’s mission, vision, & philosophy
  • Contribute to a healthy work environment
  • Actively participate in meetings and team-building activities.
  • Communicate on a direct and timely basis about needs and problems as they arise.
  • Ensure standards of conduct are upheld to CLARE|MATRIX standards.
  • Ensure a community environment is maintained.
  • Ensure health and safety regulations are upheld to CLARE|MATRIX standards.
  • Maximize learning opportunities by remaining receptive to constructive feedback and utilizing support available from your supervisor and others.
  • Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Ensure client files are upheld and managed to contractual and CLARE|MATRIX standards.
  • Develop a treatment plan with each client; update the treatment plan as needed or as required by licensure, certification, and / or contract.
  • Conduct goal oriented individual counseling sessions with caseload clients or as needed within the assigned department.
  • Conduct group counseling and educational sessions.
  • Act as a client advocate and assist clients with problem solving.
  • Provide appropriate referrals, following up on all referrals and interventions to ensure that the client has access to designated services.
  • Provide crisis intervention and emotional support to clients when appropriate.
  • Maintain contact with each client as required by contract and program guidelines.
  • Maintain accurate and up to date information in each client’s chart and document client contact by using the progress note system.
  • Advocate with primary care providers to ensure access to quality treatment and / or care
  • Attend and actively participate in case conferences, related training, and collaborative relationships between CLARE|MATRIX and established partners.
  • Represent CLARE|MATRIX at community meetings, collaborate with other social services agencies as a part of continuum of care, and serve as an advocate for CLARE|MATRIX constituents, if applicable.
  • Medication monitoring.
  • Other Related Classes :

  • Counselor II is an AOD Counselor who is certified by a recognized governing body by the state of California.
  • Knowledge, Experience and Skills :

    The ideal candidate will have counseling experience in a substance misuse treatment center setting. Registered AOD Counselor required, certified preferred.

    In addition the following are strongly desired / required experience and ability to work well with diverse populations.

  • Possess an understanding of issues of substance use and mental health.
  • Must have reliable transportation.
  • Excellent organizational, verbal, written, and counseling skills.
  • The 12 Core Functions of a alcohol and other drug counselor are as listed below :

    Screening, Intake, Orientation, Assessment, Treatment Planning, Counseling, Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Client Education, Referral, Reports and Record keeping, Consultation with Other Professionals

    Medical History :

    All employees whose functions require or necessitate contact with client or food preparation shall complete a health screening report or a health questionnaire. Health screening report or health questionnaire will be provided upon hire. For all residential employees a health screening report be completed and signed off by a medical practitioner signature for clearance. All outpatient employees will complete at minimum a self-report screening questionnaire.

    TB test are to be conducted under licensed medical supervision not more than 60 calendar days prior to or 7 calendar days after employment and renewed annually from the date of the last tuberculosis test. Staff with a known record of tuberculosis or record of positive testing shall not be required to obtain a tuberculosis skin test. Unless there is documentation that the staff completed at least 6 months of preventive therapy, the staff shall be required to obtain, within 45 calendar days of employment, a chest x-ray result and a physician’s statement that the incumbent does not have communicable tuberculosis and has been under regular care and monitoring for tuberculosis. A chest x-ray within the prior 6 months is acceptable. The physician’s statement shall be renewed annually.

    Physical Demands :

    While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.

    Work Environment :

    This job will be primarily located at the CLARE|MATRIX’s offices in Santa Monica, CA. While performing the responsibilities of the job, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the job holder will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

    Conclusion :

    This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. But, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

    Tuesday - Saturday 12 : 30-9 : 00 pm.

    40 hours

    serp_jobs.job_alerts.create_a_job

    Outpatient Counselor • Santa Monica, CA, US

    Job_description.internal_linking.related_jobs
    Chemical Dependency Recovery Counselor III - FT - Downey

    Chemical Dependency Recovery Counselor III - FT - Downey

    Kaiser • DOWNEY, California, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Provides Chemical Dependency services and psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, significant others of CD patients, and families under indirect supervision. Answers and triages patient calls for info...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Admissions Counselor

    Admissions Counselor

    Renaissance Recovery • Huntington Beach, CA, USA
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    serp_jobs.filters_job_card.quick_apply
    Now Hiring : Admissions Counselor.Schedule : Thursday-Monday, 2 : 00 PM - 10 : 00 PM.Experience with Zoho CRM Preferred.As the first point of contact, you'll assist with screenings, insurance verificatio...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    12-Week Intake Counselor

    12-Week Intake Counselor

    BayMark Health Services Careers • Los Angeles, California, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Counselor will be responsible for offering support and assistance to patients enrolled in Medication Assisted Treatment for opioid use disorder. Utilizing evidence-based practices and a trauma-infor...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Clinical Counselor

    Clinical Counselor

    BNI Treatment Centers • Agoura Hills, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Location : Calabasas / Agoura Hills | 🏥 BNI Treatment Centers.BNI Treatment Centers is seeking a dedicated Clinical Counselor to join our team. In this role, you will collaborate with our clinical st...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Admissions Counselor

    Admissions Counselor

    TradeJobsWorkForce • 90066 Los Angeles, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Admissions Counselor Job Duties : Develops a network of alumni by identifying and training successful al...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Chemical Dependency Recovery Counselor III (Bilingual) Addiction Medicine - Hybrid

    Chemical Dependency Recovery Counselor III (Bilingual) Addiction Medicine - Hybrid

    Kaiser • LOS ANGELES, California, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Provides Chemical Dependency services and psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, significant others of CD patients, and families under indirect supervision. Answers and triages patient calls for info...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Counselor

    Counselor

    Clear Behavioral Health • Pasadena, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Clear Behavioral Health (formerly Clear Recovery Center) is a mental health and substance abuse treatment program with online and in-person locations across Los Angeles, CA.We specialize in helping...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    SUD Counselor

    SUD Counselor

    NATIONAL COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM • Newhall, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    SUD Counselor – Outpatient SUD.Dependent on Registration or Certification).Reporting to the Clinical Program Director, the SUD Counselor provides individual and group counseling, education, a...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Travel Occupational Therapist

    Travel Occupational Therapist

    AHS Staffing • Santa Clarita, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    AHS Staffing is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Santa Clarita, California.Job Description & Requirements. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Loan Counselor II

    Loan Counselor II

    PACE • Los Angeles, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Compensation : $78,000 to $100,000 annual plus excellent benefits.This position is ON-SITE and will be based at our PACE Hollywood Business Development Center office located : 1370 N.Saint Andrews Pl...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Behavioral Health Counselor - Medical Weight Management Clinic, Santa Monica

    Behavioral Health Counselor - Medical Weight Management Clinic, Santa Monica

    University of California - Los Angeles Health • Santa Monica, California, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Provides a primary service of weekly, ongoing Cognitive-Behavioral group sessions for the Bio-Behavioral, UCLA Medical Weight Management Program. Influence program development - plan, research, writ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Counselor (Santa Clarita)

    Counselor (Santa Clarita)

    Clear Behavioral Health • Santa Clarita, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    Clear Behavioral Health (formerly Clear Recovery Center) is a mental health and substance abuse treatment program with online and in-person locations across Los Angeles, CA.We specialize in helping...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Coach Counselor - Orange County

    Senior Coach Counselor - Orange County

    Rite of Passage • Costa Mesa, CA , USA
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a.Southern California Treatment Program. Rite of Passage’s Southern California T...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    Occupational Therapist

    Occupational Therapist

    Adventist Health • Simi Valley, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Adventist Health is seeking a Occupational Therapist for a job in Simi Valley, California.Job Description & Requirements. Centered in beautiful Southern California, Adventist Health Simi Valley ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Autism Spectrum Disorder Counselor (Hiring Immediately)

    Autism Spectrum Disorder Counselor (Hiring Immediately)

    ABS Kids • West Covina, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Immediate positions available to work with children with autism spectrum disorder and their families!.At ABS Kids we find our purpose in the wow moments our clients experience each day, learning ne...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Lead Counselor

    Lead Counselor

    The Salvation Army • Pasadena, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    ABOUT THE ADULT REHABILITATION CENTER.The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is a no-fee program to assist men & women in their journey to living clean and / or sober.We are grateful fo...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Lead Counselor

    Lead Counselor

    The Salvation Army USA Western Territory • Pasadena, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is a no-fee program to assist men & women in their journey to living clean and / or sober. We are grateful for the contributions our valued employe...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Clinical Counselor (Agoura Hills)

    Clinical Counselor (Agoura Hills)

    BNI Treatment Centers • Agoura Hills, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.part_time
    Location : Calabasas / Agoura Hills | 🏥 BNI Treatment Centers.BNI Treatment Centers is seeking a dedicated Clinical Counselor to join our team. In this role, you will collaborate with our clinical st...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Lead Counselor

    Lead Counselor

    The Salvation Army Southern California • Pasadena, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    About The Adult Rehabilitation Center.The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is a no-fee program to assist men & women in their journey to living clean and / or sober.We are grateful fo...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Counselor Supervisor

    Counselor Supervisor

    BayMark Health Services • Los Angeles, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    The Counselor Supervisor will s.Counselors and Counselor Interns who provide treatment and casework services to patients in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and with.Ensure timel...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted