Substance Use Disorder Counselor I

  • @Pacific Clinics
  • $21.00 - $25.00 / Hourly
  • Posted 2 months ago
  • Apply Before: May 9, 2026
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  • Santa Fe Springs, California, 11721 E Telegraph - 11721 E Telegraph Road Suite #A, #M Santa Fe Spring, California 90670 View on Map
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  • Job ID 39785
  • Industry  Substance use disorder treatment

Job Description

Under direction of the Program Director or Team Supervisor, implements specific integrated substance abuse services, provides individual and group service; implements treatment plans and monitors the needs of clients with substance use disorders.

  • Performs substance abuse screens, intakes and clinical assessments.
  • Performs person-centered treatment planning for persons with substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders, including initial, on-going, continuity of care, discharge, and planning for relapse prevention.
  • Assists in admitting and releasing all clients into or from the treatment setting, including gathering all pertinent information regarding previous admissions, psychological conditions and physical conditions.
  • Performs counseling, trauma informed care, and psycho-education with individuals, families, and groups.
  • Provides client, family and community education on substance use and co-occurring disorders.
  • Works with clients regarding abusive behavior and advises clients regarding their responsibilities under law for various behaviors.
  • Provides clients with information and referrals to available programs for more appropriate treatment, recovery support, aftercare and other supportive services as appropriate.
  • Assists or refers clients for assistance in applying for programs.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of the Strategic Prevention Framework for Substance Use
  • Disorders, and ability to perform activities included in the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP) strategies.
  • Documents and maintains sufficient records of client activity to ensure consistency with existing policies and procedures and to inform staff of client’s progress.
  • Participates in case conferencing by providing pertinent information to a multidisciplinary team, including mental health staff and case managers.
  • Works on a multicultural team sensitive to the cultural and linguistic needs of the clients and families served.
  • Completes billing expectations per Agency requirements and provides services consistent with program needs.
  • Conducts random and routine drug and alcohol tests.
  • Attends and participates in staff meetings to provide input towards program development and staff training.
  • Interacts with other internal programs, clinical/support staff and external sources such as school or community personnel as applicable.
  • Reports to work on time and maintains reliable and regular attendance.
  • Models Pacific Clinics’ approach, mission and core values in all communication and correspondence.
  • Performs professional and ethical responsibilities.
  • Communicates effectively in a competent and diverse consumer population and promotes favorable interaction with managers, co-workers and others.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • High School Diploma or GED required

  • California State Registered Substance Use Disorder Counselor, or equivalent

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability. We will consider for employment, qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with ordinance 184652 Sec.189.04 (a) and San Francisco Police Code, Article 49. Section 4905.

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