AOD Counselor II Women's Residential Facility | Swing
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Job Location:
Santa Monica, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 25 - 27
Posted on:
7 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
AOD II 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 general supervision the AOD II Counselor provides proficient trauma-informed Substance Use Disorder (SUD) counseling services to participants each day guiding them through the early stages of recovery by providing assessments counseling education crisis intervention within scope and delivers structured education to support participant growth. The AOD II Counselor collaborates closely with a multidisciplinary team ensures clear and timely documentation and contributes to a stable recovery-oriented treatment environment. The AOD II may support program quality by mentoring and guiding AOD I counselors.
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
- Conduct screenings SUD assessments and participant intakes.
- Facilitate individual and group counseling using evidence-based approaches.
- Develop and update treatment plans that support participant goals.
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation within certification scope.
- Deliver psychoeducation and support participant skill-building.
- Maintain accurate timely documentation in the EHR.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and coordinate participant care.
Qualifications
- Completion of 315 hours of state-approved SUD education.
- Certified with CCAPP: CADC-I or similar level credential with other accredited certifying bodies.
- Proficient counseling communication and documentation skills.
- Completion of 255 supervised practicum hours.
- Experience in residential or outpatient SUD treatment.
- CPR/First Aid certification required or obtained upon hire.
- Must exhibit 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 pm - 10:30 pm
Key Skills
- Management
- Mac Os
- Clinical Data Management
- Leadership
- AC Maintenance
- Financial Reporting
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.
