Supervising Counselor - HDSP

What you will do:

Essential Duties:

· Supervise approximately six (6) AOD Counseling/Peer Navigator staff

 Evaluate staff performance and provide applicable coaching and training

· Track and monitor Contractor staff performance, including implementing corrective measures as needed

· Assess and regularly monitor counseling staff progress toward achieving and maintaining a valid AOD certification

· Supervise the orientation and intake processes of all participants newly assigned to programming

· Approve and monitor SUD relapse prevention/CBI action plan development

· Track all participants (names, counselor assignments, readiness to change, progress on plans, program stage, etc.)

· Provide training, oversight, and monitoring of all ARMS documentation to ensure compliance with the agreement

· Provide training to AOD Counseling staff, including OMCP Mentors

· Coordinate and supervise OMCP Mentors assigned to the program

· Provide support and resources to ensure OMCP Mentors complete the work‑experience portion of certification, including practice of all twelve Core Functions

· Provide verification of internship hours for AOD Counseling staff and OMCP Mentors

· Verify and record each OMCP Mentor’s monthly internship hours by the 5th of each month using the CDCR OMCP Verification of Internship Hours form in ARMS

· Work collaboratively with CDCR/CCHCS headquarters, local institutions, and CDCR‑contracted staff

· Other duties as assigned.

ADA Information:

Physical Requirements:

· Occasionally adjusts or moves objects up to 50lbs. in all directions.

· Constantly remains in a stationary position often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

· Repeats motions that may include the wrists, hands and / or fingers.

· Constantly moves from one work yard to another daily.

· Frequently walks on hard or uneven surfaces.

· Required to communicate verbally and in written form.

· Uses all types of vision, such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, to complete daily tasks.

· Assesses the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.

· Occasionally required to climb, bend, stretch, reach or stoop.

· Required to wear comfortable and location appropriate clothing and shoes.

Mental Demands:

· Ability to change directions as a priorities shift.

· Ability to thrive in environment that require the ability to adapt to changing circumstances,

· Ability to cope with occasionally difficult or temperamental students and faculty.

· Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress related to the position.

Work Conditions:

· Generally, in an indoor setting.

· Occasionally works in outdoor elements such as precipitation, snow and wind.

· Work is in an incarcerated setting.

Environmental Conditions:

· The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can be loud.

· The temperature in the work environment is generally moderate however can range from hot to cold seasonally.

· Seldom may be exposed to non-lethal chemical agents as administered in necessary use of force security instances.

Travel:

· Occasionally travels locally and operates motor vehicles.

What you will bring:

Education and Experience:

Required: Certified as an AOD Counselor with an organization approved by DHCS and Two (2) years of experience as a certified AOD counselor

Preferred: NONE

Certifications or Licenses:

Required:

· Current AOD Certification with organization recognized by the DHCS OR a Licensed professional as required by contract.

Preferred: NONE

 

Skills/Abilities:

· Understanding of causes, symptoms, and effects of substance abuse; appreciation for the behavioral, psychological, physical and social effects of drug abuse.

· Excellent organization, leadership and time management skill.

· Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask.

· Knowledge of contractual requirements of ISUDTP is essential.

· Excellent interpersonal, written and communication skills.

· Operational knowledge of MS Office Suite and ARMS.

· Ability to maintain sensitivity and objectivity under pressures generated by association with substance abuse treatment participants.

· Demonstrate ethical behavior in order to maintain professional standards and safeguard the participants.

· Protect and maintain program participants’ health, safety, welfare, and confidentiality of records and participant information.

 

What We bring:

• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Paid vacation, sick time, & holidays.
• 401K, HSA, & Life insurance programs.
• Organization committed to community action.
• Community oriented workplace.