Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Job Code: 22-047
Company: The Lundquist Institute
Location: Torrance
Posted on: August 5, 2022
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Job Description:
The Lundquist Institute is looking for Two SUD Counselors to
join our team in our Torrance, CA location Two positions available:
one 100% 40hr position and one 80% 32hr position Options for
Recovery Women---s Perinatal Outpatient Substance Use Disorder
program is seeking two dynamic Substance Use Disorder
Counselors/Case Managers to interact with clients on a day-to-day
basis by providing individual, group counseling, crisis
intervention, and case management services. We are looking for
self-motivated individuals who have experience in working with
pregnant and parenting women. Options for Recovery has provided
steadfast commitment and exceptional recovery-focused, quality care
to women for the past 30 years. Our staff are experts in the field
of behavioral health care, providing leading-edge substance use
treatment for women and their children. Options for Recovery offers
competitive salaries and benefits, comprehensive job training, a
supportive learning environment, ongoing education in the use of
evidence-based practices and the opportunity to further develop and
improve clinical skills. Required Skills & Qualifications: BS
degree in Behavioral Sciences, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or
SUD counseling certificate may be accepted in lieu of degree
depending on experience Registered and/or certified as a SUD
counselor with a California certificate agency such as CAADE,
CCAPP, or CADTP Minimum 1 - 2 years--- experience providing
counseling and/or case management services to women in the
Substance Use Disorder field highly desirable. Possess an
understanding of the nature of the disease concept and its
respective recovery processes; Must demonstrate knowledge to
develop, implement, and direct treatment plans that encourage
problem-solving skills and promote growth for clients. Description
of Duties Counselor/ Case Manager will conduct assessments and
develop mutually agreed upon treatment plans with measurable
treatment goals and objectives for all assigned clients.
Assessments include ASAM, Bio-Pyscho-Social and additional
assessments as needed. Counselor/ Case Manager will conduct
therapeutic groups, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,
Motivational Interviewing, Process Groups, Drug and Alcohol
Educational Groups, Life Skills Groups and provide general
supervision of all clients ; Assist with drug testing procedures
Counselor/ Case Manager will perform individual one-on-one sessions
at least 2-3 per week for all assigned clients; Attend and
participate in supervision sessions, clinical meetings and training
courses as required. Develop and complete client treatment plans,
letters, and other correspondences that provide advocacy for
clients. Research and assist clients with all case management needs
including but not limited to( applying for medi-cal, locating
medical providers, support with family and legal issues, attaining
housing) Provide supportive care to women as they transition from
the various levels of care. The ability to multi-task and complete
all EHR and File documentation and charting by the designated
deadlines with minimal errors. Complies with productivity standards
of the Agency and maintains an appropriate caseload to reach the
budgeted daily expectation of billable hours. The desire to become
familiar with all operational policies and procedures of Options
for Recovery and contractual agreements with Los Angeles County
Substance Abuse Prevention and Control. The ability to provide
clinical consultation and referral resources to family members, and
others to help support clients in their recovery. Collaborates with
members of the multi-disciplinary treatment team for the delivery
of a full spectrum of clinical services. The ability to collaborate
with and build trusting relationships with clients, other
professionals involved with clients treatment and family in order
to help clients achieve long-term success Benefits: Medical:
Regular full-time employees and their dependents are provided with
a choice of HMO or POS group medical insurance benefits. The cost
for these benefits is shared between the Lundquist Institute and
the employee. Dental: Regular full-time employees and their
dependents are provided with a choice of HMO or PPO group dental
insurance benefit options, including orthodontic allowances. The
cost for these benefits is shared between Lundquist Institute and
the employee. Vision: Regular full-time employees and their
dependents are provided with group vision insurance benefit
options. The cost for these benefits is shared between Lundquist
Institute and the employee. Disability: Eligible employees are
provided with long-term disability insurance, which is fully paid
for by Lundquist Institute This insurance provides benefits if an
employee becomes disabled due to illness, pregnancy, or injury for
more than 120 days. Paid Vacation: Eligible employees can
accumulate ten (10) hours of vacation per month up to a maximum of
15 working days per year. Pension Plan: The Lundquist Institute
provides a retirement plan for eligible employees, which is fully
funded by Lundquist Institute. The Lundquist Institute makes an
annual contribution based on each employee---s earnings in
accordance with the provisions of the plan. Supplemental
Retirement: Eligible employees can participate in a 403(b)
supplemental retirement plan which allows pretax contributions. The
Lundquist Institute offers a variety of investment options through
Fidelity Investment, TIAA/CREF. Life Insurance: Eligible employees
are provided with group life insurance, which is fully paid for by
the Lundquist Institute. Paid Sick Leave: Eligible employees can
accrue up to ten (10) days of sick leave per year. The Lundquist
Institute is a non-profit scientific research organization
dedicated to saving lives not only in the greater Los Angles metro
area but throughout the world. The Institute has over more than 120
principal investigators and 400 researchers in total --- MD---s,
MD/PhD---s, and PhD---s --- working on over 1,000 research studies.
We are academically affiliated with the David Geffen School of
Medicine at UCLA and work in partnership with the Harbor-UCLA
Medical Center. Our research is funded by many sources including
grants from the NIH and other government entities, Industry and
teaching contracts and royalties, as well as private donors and
other non-profit foundations. MON
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