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Job description
CLARE Matrix is currently hiring Certified Counselors in multiple departments. We currently have Full Time, Part Time, and Per Diem positions available for Certified Counselors in our Women's Treatment Program, Men's Treatment Program, Pregnant and Postpartum Program, and Outpatient Clinics.
Summary: Under supervision, partners with consumers/families with mental illness and/or substance abuse to achieve recovery; develops, delivers, and evaluates recovery focused mental health and case management services; participates in individual, family, and group counseling; and advocates for decreasing stigma associated with mental illness and/or substance abuse.
Counselor II is an AOD Counselor who is certified by a recognized governing body by the state of California (CAADP, CCAAP & CADTP).
Responsibilities and Duties:
Work in collaboration with Behavioral Health Clinician (Therapist) on treatment plan goals
Group Facilitation
Provide weekly case management sessions related to treatment plan in collaboration with Behavioral Health Clinician
File compliance ensuring contractual guidelines and CLARE standards are upheld
Collaborative team work
Ensure client files are upheld and managed to contractual and CLARE standards
Conduct goal oriented case management sessions with caseload clients
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 EHR system
Advocate with primary care providers to ensure access to quality treatment and/or care in collaboration with Behavioral Health Clinician
Supervise residents in coordination of daily program activities
Assure that all emergency needs of residents are met and these incidents are reported as required
Respond appropriately to emergencies including contacting appropriate staff and supervisor(s), interacting with police, fire, and medical personnel as needed.
Maintain open, complete, and accurate verbal and written communications with all staff and residents
Attend and actively participate in case conferences, related training, and collaborative relationships between CLARE and established partners
Knowledge, Experience and Skills:
The ideal candidate will have counseling experience in a substance abuse treatment center setting.
AOD Counselor Certification required. 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.
M-W-T-F 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Saturday 7:30 am - 4 pm | Tuesday & Sunday off
or Tuesday - Saturday
40 hours
Worksite address
santa monica, CA, 90403, US
Who can apply
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