AOD Counselor I
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Job Location:
Santa Monica, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 23 - 24
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
AOD I Counselor Job Description
About CLAREMATRIX:CLAREMATRIX CM is a nonprofit organization providing effective and compassionate treatment recovery and prevention services for alcoholism and substance use to individuals families and the community. Headquartered in Santa Monica CA CLAREMATRIX maintains multiple facilities in the Southern California region.
Since 1970 CLAREMATRIX has provided quality substance use and mental health treatment to individuals in treatment for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) in Southern California.
Summary
Under direct supervision the AOD I Counselor as an entry level role works directly with participants each day supporting them through the early stages of recovery by providing assessments counseling education and crisis intervention. The counselor builds supportive relationships helps participants stay engaged in treatment and connects them to essential resources and services. This role maintains clear and timely documentation works as part of a multidisciplinary team and helps ensure a stable supportive environment for all participants.
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation. The information below provides an overview of the primary duties responsibilities knowledge skills and abilities required for this role; however it is not a comprehensive or exhaustive list. A full detailed job description outlining all essential functions will be provided.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Assist with participant screenings intakes and orientations.
- Support group facilitation and participant engagement with supervision.
- Provide supportive counseling and help participants stay involved in treatment.
- Prepare draft documentation for review including progress notes and treatment updates.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to coordinated care.
- Maintain a professional recovery-focused environment.
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with participants in accordance with agency policies and ethical standards.
- Complete documentation in real time or within required timeframes to support quality care billing accuracy and compliance with program expectations.
- Ensure all documented services meet billing requirements and accurately reflect the service provided.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must be credentialed as a Registered Alcohol and other Drug Technician (RADT) under a certifying body.
- Enrolled in or beginning required SUD coursework.
- Must complete 80 hours of SUD education within 6 months of the effective date of RADT credential.
- Must exhibit the emotional maturity resilience and the interpersonal skills required to engage respectfully and effectively with individuals in recovery and to support group dynamics in a diverse treatment community.
- Candidates who identify as being in recovery must demonstrate at least one (1) year of continuous sobriety.
Swing Shift: 2:00 - 10:30 pm
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About Company
We aim to change the lives of individuals and families and strengthen communities affected by alcohol, substance use, and behavioral health issues by providing proven and effective treatment, education, research, and training.
