Job Summary:

The Counselor I is responsible for the delivery of face-to-face rehabilitative programming services provided in the Integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program (ISUDTP). 

Essential Duties:

• Deliver treatment programming services to participants and conduct group and/or individual sessions.
• Effectively implement scheduled program curriculum as required by contract. Leads and participates in face-to-face group and individual meetings utilizing motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy and other therapeutic processes.
• Engage participants daily, reinforce group rules and expectation for participation and completion.
• Works directly with participants to develop and implement treatment/action plans and educate participants about supportive networks as they return to the community.
• Review treatment plans, evaluate and record treatment progress, records visible changes in appearance, behavior and demeanor of program participants. 
• Maintains accurate, timely, and confidential participant records. Evaluates and documents the progress of participants assigned to their groups.
• Completes all delivery documentation requirements per contractual obligations in ARMS. Summarizes participants’ background, treatment plan, and recovery process outcomes. 
• Prepares accurate, concise, informative reports, records and plans that are consistent with Amity standards, and complies with applicable clinical and administrative rules.
• Liaise with transition/reentry staff, plans and prepares transitional documents as directed by CDCR for continued community program activities.
• Works collaboratively with CDCR, DRP, CCHCS and institution staff. Supports and collaborates co-faculty, including but not limited to Supervisors, Directors and Regional Directors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Required:

Counselor I must meet one (1) of the following requirements:

• Less than one (1) years of experience providing SUDT services as a certified AOD Counselor; OR
• Registered with an AOD certifying organization recognized by DHCS, enrolled in AOD education classes, and six (6) months of experience providing CBI services.

Preferred: NONE

Certifications or Licenses:

Required:

• Current AOD Certification with organization recognized by the DHCS OR Registration with BBS or AOD certifying body; depending on education level.

Preferred: NONE

Skills/Abilities:

• Understanding of causes, symptoms, and effects of substance abuse; appreciation for the behavioral, psychological, physical and social effects of drug abuse.        
• Knowledge of contractual requirements of ISUDTP is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and communication skills.
• Operational knowledge of MS Office Suite and ARMS.
• Ability to maintain sensitivity and objectivity under pressures generated by association with substance abuse treatment participants. 
• Demonstrate ethical behavior in order to maintain professional standards and safeguard the participants.
• Protect and maintain program participants’ health, safety, welfare, and confidentiality of records and participant information.

ADA Information:

   Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally adjusts or moves objects up to 50lbs. in all directions.
• Constantly remains in a stationary position often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Repeats motions that may include the wrists, hands and / or fingers.
• Constantly moves from one work yard to another daily.
• Frequently walks on hard or uneven surfaces.
• Required to communicate verbally and in written form.
• Uses all types of vision, such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, to complete daily tasks.
• Assesses the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Occasionally required to climb, bend, stretch, reach or stoop.
• Required to wear comfortable and location appropriate clothing and shoes.

Mental Demands:

• Ability to change directions as a priorities shift.
• Ability to thrive in environment that require the ability to adapt to changing circumstances,
• Ability to cope with occasionally difficult or temperamental students and faculty.
• Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress related to the position.

Work Conditions:

• Generally, in an indoor setting.
• Occasionally works in outdoor elements such as precipitation, snow, extreme heat, or wind.
• Work is in an incarcerated setting.
• May or may not be able to possess canes, walkers, crutches, etc. per CDCR regulations.

Environmental Conditions:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can be loud.
• The temperature in the work environment is generally moderate however can range from hot to cold seasonally.
• Seldom may be exposed to non-lethal chemical agents as administered in necessary use of force security instances.

Travel:

• Occasionally travels locally and operates motor vehicles.

Note: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position. It is not possible or desirable to commit every detailed aspect of each job to a written description. This job description and the duties of this position are subject to change, modification, and addition as deemed necessary by the company. Job descriptions alone cannot be used as an argument to refuse work assignments. Faculty are required to comply with supervisory instructions and perform other job duties, responsibilities and assignments required by company officials. This job description does not constitute an employment contract between the company and any employee. The job responsibilities of this position may include cross-training in other functions to ensure satisfactory operation.

I have read the above job description, understand its contents, and have had an opportunity to discuss with my supervisor or the hiring manager. By signing below, I agree and understand what is expected of me, and will comply with all requirements of this position.