Substance Abuse Lead Counselor

Martinez, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 87535 - 106399

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Position

The Alcohol & Other Drug Services (AODS) program is offering an excellent employment opportunity as a Substance Abuse Lead Counselor. This position is assigned to AODS Administration working specifically in Quality Assurance and Improvement (QA/QI). The Lead position is part of the AODS Quality Assurance team and assists in monitoring training and data evaluation of the various treatment programs within the system. The Lead position is part of a multi-disciplinary team and will be expected to travel to various program sites.

The Alcohol & Other Drug Services program strives to advocate for alcohol and drug-free communities by promoting individual and family responsibility hope and self-sufficiency. This system of care is a comprehensive approach to providing substance use treatment and prevention services by combining administrative and clinical services in an integrated system. The Substance Abuse Lead Counselor will work under the direction of the Program Manager to provide subject matter expertise to the QA team.

We are looking for someone who:

Has good leadership qualities
Has an engaging personality
Enjoys working with clients
Has sound critical skills
Ability to multi-task
Can write in a clear accurate and concise manner

What you will typically be responsible for:

Providing lead direction to subordinate substance abuse counseling staff
Screening individuals applying for substance abuse counseling services to determine level of care
Providing information about the system of care to individuals the general public and community groups
Providing and promoting excellence in customer service for both internal and external customers.
Consulting with professional staff of public and private agencies involved in patients case history or treatment
Reporting to Program Manager regarding call data and trends
Help with coordinating daily program operations.

A few reasons why you might love this job:

There is a friendly atmosphere at the worksite
There are many training opportunities
Team spirit is emphasized in the workplace environment
The position works with an interdisciplinary team to help support the client

A fewchallenges you might face inthis job:

Answering the telephone as a primary job function can be challenging
This is a fast-paced environment

Competencies Required:

Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information propositions and claims
Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality timely and cost-effective results
Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure challenge or adversity
Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
Handling & Resolving Conflict: Managing interpersonally strained situations

To read the complete job description please click here. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to 6 months.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:Possession of a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university which included at least 12 semester or 15 quarter units in psychology sociology counseling or chemical dependency.

Certification Required: Possession of a Certification as an Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Counselor issued by a certifying agency approved by the State of California.

Applicants are required to attach a copy of their license to their application.

Experience:Three (3) years of full-time experience or its equivalent counseling persons in a substance abuse program.

Substitution for Education:Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years. No substitution is allowed for the required 12 semester or 15 quarter units of specialized coursework.

Substitution for Certification:Possession of a license to practice medicine issued by the Medical Board of California a Psychologist licensed by the Board of Psychology a Clinical Social Worker a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences or an intern registered with the California Board of Psychology or the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.

Selection Process

Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.
Training & Experience Evaluation: Candidates who clearly demonstrate that they possess the minimum qualifications will have their training and experience evaluated. The responses to the supplemental questions at the time of filing will be evaluated to determine each candidates relevant education training and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. (Weighted 100%)

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

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CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer you will be fingerprinted and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin ethnicity age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition genetic information military or veteran status or other protected category under the law.

The PositionThe Alcohol & Other Drug Services (AODS) program is offering an excellent employment opportunity as a Substance Abuse Lead Counselor. This position is assigned to AODS Administration working specifically in Quality Assurance and Improvement (QA/QI). The Lead position is part of the AODS ...