About this opportunity
Sierra Tribal Consortium lists this Substance Use Disorder Counselor Temp to Hire opportunity in fresno, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Benefits:
401(k)
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Paid time off
Benefits/Perks
Competitive Compensation
Great Work Environment
Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Summary
We are seeking a Substance Use Disorder Counselor to join our team! As a Substance Use Disorder Counselor on the team, you will be handling a manageable caseload of patients looking to you for treatment and help to overcome a wide variety of addiction issues. Your role will be to support and uplift your clients, offering resources and support for them, creating and implementing treatment options, and identifying core issues that could be contributing to their abuse. The ideal candidate is compassionate, has excellent communication skills, and has experience working with people struggling with addiction and abuse.
Responsibilities
Meet with clients to assess their substance issues and identify recovery interference situations
Write treatment and recovery plans
Educate clients on coping mechanisms
Conduct group therapy session for patients
Lead outreach addiction education programs and develop support groups for patients
Track and analyze patient recovery progression
Update the legal system about patient’s progress
Help clients plan for discharge from facilities
Communicate with clients and family members
Identify recovery interference situations
Develop patient crisis management plan and intervene during emergency situations
Work with clients to find or maintain employment
Comply with HIPPA (CFR 42, part 2)
Additional Duties as Needed
Qualifications
Licensure with the state desired
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Strong compassionate outlook, with an upbeat and positive personality
Experience working with substance abuse desired
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Provide services at both locations
Standing for up to 15-20%
Must be able to lift up to 30-50 pounds occasionally
Worksite address
fresno, CA, 93650, US
Who can apply
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