Short Term AOD Counselor III - (ASP)
Company: Amity Foundation
Location: Avenal
Posted on: May 28, 2023
Job Description:
Amity Foundation, an internationally acclaimed teaching and
therapeutic community is seeking compassionate and enthusiastic
individuals with a desire to teach and learn to join our us as,
Short Term AOD Counselor II. With this groundbreaking opportunity
not only will it allow you to work with our prison programs helping
the inmate population, but will also enhance your training and
experience in the field.About Amity:Amity Foundation is a safe
place where people can change in an environment that fosters trust;
where new values can be formed; responsibility developed, and
lasting relationships built. Amity is dedicated to the inclusion
and habilitation of people marginalized by addiction, homelessness,
trauma, criminality, incarceration, poverty, racism, sexism and
violence. Amity is committed to research, development,
implementation, and dissemination of information regarding
community building.Remembrance, Resolution, Reconciliation,
Restoration, RenewalAbout the Position:As a Short Term AOD
Counselor III you will support the community by delivering
face-to-face rehabilitative programming services provided in the
Integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program (ISUDTP). What
You Will Do:
Deliver treatment programming
services to participants and conduct group and/or individual
sessions. Effectively implement scheduled SMART Recovery program
curriculum as required by contract. Leads face-to-face group and
individual meetings utilizing motivational interviewing, cognitive
behavioral interventions, and the SMART Recovery Curriculum.Engage
participants periodically, reinforce group rules and expectation
for participation and completion. - 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. 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 prepare transitional documents
as directed by CDCR for continued community program
activities.Works collaboratively with CDCR, DRP, CCHCS and
institution staff. Supports and collaborates with co-faculty,
including but not limited to Supervisors, Directors, and Regional
Directors.Attend workshops, meetings, and training as requested by
supervisor.Other duties as assigned. What You Will Bring:
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 to maintain professional standards and
safeguard the participants.Protect and maintain program
participants' health, safety, welfare, and confidentiality of
records and participant information.Required:Counselor III must
meet one (1) of the following minimum requirements:
A Master's Degree in a social
service-related field; and licensed by, or registered with, the
Board of Behavioral Sciences; or Registered with an AOD certifying
organization recognized by DHCS; ORA Bachelor's Degree in a social
service-related field, AOD certified, and six (6) months of
experience providing SUDT services as a certified AOD Counselor,
ORAn associate degree in social service-related field, AOD
certified, and one (1) year of experience providing SUDT services
as a certified AOD Counselor; OR AOD certified and more than two
(2) years of experience providing SUDT services as a certified AOD
Counselor.What We Offer:
Medical, Dental, Vision.Paid
vacation, sick time, & holidays.401K, HSA, & Life insurance
programs.Organization committed to community action.Community
oriented workplace.Relocation available for select
locations.Powered by JazzHR
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