What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Substance Abuse Counselor position at AMERICAN HEALTH SERVICES?
American Health Services is a certified, COA accredited substance abuse and addiction clinic that specializes in narcotic and opiate addiction with 20 locations throughout California and Texas.
We are seeking a Certified SUD counselor, who meets California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs certification requirements at both our Van Nuys and Newhall locations, Monday - Friday, early morning shift, from 5:30am to 2:00pm.
Requirements:
- A Certified SUD counselor candidate must be Certified with CADTP, CAADE or CCAPP per California DHCS regulations.
- Preference will be given to Certified SUD counselors who have experience with medication assisted treatments used in addiction treatment programs.
Duties:
- A Certified SUD counselor has the overall responsibility for counseling and oversight of assigned patients.
- A Certified SUD counselor provides individual and/or group counseling for addiction and completes comprehensive assessments, interpretive summary and individualized addiction treatment plans.
- A Certified SUD counselor maintains the client records and adheres to all State, Federal, Accreditation and Program regulations and performs duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Clinic Manager.
Benefits:
- Set hours
- Health and dental insurance
- 401 k plan
- Competitive pay
- Vacation days
- Paid sick time
Job Type: Full time
Experience:
- Substance Abuse Counseling: 1 year (Preferred)
Location:
- Van Nuys &
- Newhall
License:
One of the following Certifications is Required:
- CADTP
- CCAPP
- CAADE
This position requires that applicants be a Certified Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor: Must be certified by one of the agencies accredited by the NCCA and recognized by DHCS, which include CADTP, CCAPP and CAADE; and who must adhere to all requirements of the California Code of Regulations, Title 9, Chapter 8 and Title 9..
- Maintain compliance with the requirements for continuing education hours and/or units (CEH or CEU) as determined by the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs and/or other regulatory agencies.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Medical Specialty:
- Addiction Medicine
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Addiction counseling: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Substance Abuse Counseling Certification (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Van Nuys, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $28