SAN FERNANDO VALLEY COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER INC
Location
Los Angeles, California
Salary
$57,500 - $59,500 / YEAR
The counselor will provide substance use disorder assessment, supportive services including case management, and group/individual counseling to clients receiving outpatient level of care. Key duties involve participating in treatment team discussions, conducting comprehensive ASAM assessments, developing service plans, and making necessary referrals for treatment and community resources.
Candidates must possess certification with CADDE, CADAAC, or CADTP, and familiarity with computers and Microsoft Word is required. Desirable qualifications include knowledge of The ASAM Criteria, the ability to speak Spanish, and a current, insurable California driver's license.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss each case, treatment and level of care. Conduct comprehensive assessments, using the ASAM triage and assessment tool for all participants enrolled in the program. Collaborate with clinical treatment staff to determine what supportive service would best meet the presenting needs of the client. Providing on-going assessment and service plan development to address substance use/dependence and relapse prevention with the goal of self-sufficiency and decreased substance use. Follow-up services to participants who have been referred to a treatment agency. Document on a daily basis all available slots in the SBAT (SAPC Tool). Conduct weekly psychoeducational groups related to various substance use disorder topics. Determine level of treatment compliance and mental health stability. Provide referrals for detoxification, treatment and sober living availability. Complete CES Packets and other field-based documentation with prospective clients and provide linkage to appropriate community programs. Attend all Program specific meetings including weekly all staff meetings, treatment team meetings, Center Co-occurring meetings and other meetings in the community necessary to job duties. Perform other duties as assigned by Program Director. QualificationsThe ideal candidate must have Certification with either CADDE or CADAAC, CADTP. Familiarity with computers and Microsoft Word programs. Additionally, knowledge of The ASAM Criteria and assessment desirable. Ability to communicate and work with a culturally diverse adult population as part of a multi-disciplinary assessment, referral and case management team. Ability to speak Spanish is desirable. Knowledge of related community resources for treatment of substance abuse, mental illness, and domestic violence. Must have a current California driver’s license and be insurable by the Center’s auto insurance carrier. Individuals in recovery with at least two years of sobriety are encouraged to apply. We offer: 2K Sign on bonus A team-oriented work environment Training opportunities Excellent compensation and benefits Paid time Off - 12 holidays; generous sick and vacation time Feel proud of being bilingual $2K for bilingual bonus. Health care, dental, life insurance, 403b retirement. Career Development
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