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Substance Use Clinician-STEP

Caminar

Job Location:

San Jose, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 21 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 18 August 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Description

Position Title: Substance Use Clinician

Program/Dept: STEP
Reports to: Program Manager
Classification: Regular Full-Time Non-Exempt

Shift Monday to Friday 8am-5pm

Hourly rate: $33.00

About Us:Caminar is a leading behavioral health organization that supported over 48000 youth and adults across six counties in Northern California and the San Francisco Bay Area last year.

Caminars mission is to build strength and stability through comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment and wrap-around services delivered through evidence-based whole-person care. The organization was founded in 1964 and our vision is to be a BEACON of SAFETY COMPASSION and FULFILLMENT supporting all those in our communities who need it most.

Caminar values diversity. People of all races ethnicities countries of origin faiths abilities sexual orientations and gender identities are welcome here. To learn more please visit .

Position Summary: This position must be available to respond to Substance Use Disorders treatment including client intakes individual and group counseling treatment assessment and planning and case management for in-custody substance abuse services. The target clients are adults correctional inmates serving their sentences in County jail facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Provide direct counseling services including individual and group counseling treatment assessment and planning and case management (in-custody and transition to outpatient services)
Develop client exit plans for continued treatment and refers client to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling.
Plans and administers behavioral treatment such as relapse prevention discovery counseling and exit plans. Ensure clients has all medications and other essentials for continued treatment.
Changes method and degree of counseling when indicated by client reaction and communicates progress toward treatment goals with client.
Maintains excellent client records and complete all agency required reports and paperwork.
Complies thoroughly with County DADS contract documentation and auditing standards and requirements in a timely manner including but not limited to required client contact time.
Monitor client fees and number of session limitations if necessary.
Participate in group and individual supervision.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Written Communication Written communication is clear and informative; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Able to read and interpret written information.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Qualifications & Skills: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience Completion of or progress towards either a Masters degree in Marriage Family Therapy Social Work or Psychology or CCAPP certification.
Certificates Licenses Registrations Intern registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences or registration as a CCAPP intern or completion of CCAPP certification or MFT/LCSW.
Be eligible for security clearance to enter Santa Clara County Jail facilities (Elmwood and main Jail) to screen assess create transition plans and conduct psych education groups.
Language Skills Ability to read analyze and interpret general business periodicals professional journals technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients. Depending on client needs specialized language skills may be required for this position.
Computer Skills To perform this job successfully an individual should have knowledge of Internet software and standard office software as well as the ability to develop competency in specialized clinical software as needed.
Bilingual preferred
Other Skills and Abilities

Thorough clinical knowledge and experience and/or training in providing substance use disorders or behavioral health services to adults.
Thorough understanding and experience in the delivery of services to an ethnically and economically diverse population.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job the employee is regularly required to:

Communicate with clients and co-workers to exchange accurate information.
Frequently required to remain in a stationary position for most of the workday.
Move about the office to access file cabinets office machinery etc.
Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery such as copy machine printer fax.
Must be able to review client charts for accurate information.

Position Requirements:

Physical: Occasionally required to push/pull objects up to 50 lbs. and to lift/carry objects up to 25 lbs. Frequently required to perform moderately difficult manipulative tasks such as typing writing etc. Must be able to walk stand and sit for extended periods.
Sensory: Frequently required to read documents written reports and plans. Must be able to distinguish normal sounds with some background noise as in answering the phone interacting with residents and staff etc. Must be able to speak clearly and understand/be understood using the English language.
Cognitive: Frequently required to concentrate on moderate detail with constant interruption. Must be able to attend a task/function for 20-45 minutes at a time. Frequently required to understand and relate to specific ideas several at a time. Must be able to remember multiple tasks/assignments given to self and others over a period of several days.
Environmental Conditions: Frequent exposure to varied office and mixed (residential/office) environments. Occasional exposure to toxins and poisonous substances dust and loud noises.
Equipment: Frequently required to use a computer phone and fax machine.

Essential Requirements:

Must be able to meet and receive a criminal records clearance as required by Title XXII other licensing regulations and Caminar practices.
This position may require limited occasional or frequent driving. If required a valid California driver license a reliable personal vehicle and current personal auto insurance is required by addition an MVR sufficient to obtain and maintain insurability under agency auto liability policies are all essential job requirements.
Must be able to pass post offer pre-employment medical and drug tests as required under State Community Care Licensing regulations and/or agency policies.
If applicable a personal cell phone with reliable service and a data plan to use for business purposes.
May be required to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification.

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Flexible Spending Account
Receive tax savings on out-of-pocket health care costs.

Employee Wellness Program
Well reimburse you for a portion of your gym/fitness dues.

Life Long-termDisability andAD&D Insurance
Provided at no cost to our full-time employees. Includes an option to purchase additional life coverage for both employees and dependents.

Paid Time Off
We offer thirteen paid holidays and a generous sick and vacation benefit.

401(K) Retirement Savings Plan
We offer options for both pre-tax and post-tax (Roth) contributions.
The plan also offers an employer match on eligible employee deferrals at one year of service.

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