SUD Counselor (Bilingual), Youth Development
Lifeline Community Services, Inc., Oceanside, CA, United States
SUD Counselor (Bilingual), Youth Development
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Youth Development Program Manager, the SUD Counselor provides substance use disorder (SUD) education and counseling to middle and high school students in Oceanside. Responsibilities include facilitating SUD prevention forums and workshops for parents, caregivers, and community members; conducting substance use screenings; delivering SUD-focused case management and treatment; and coordinating linkages and referrals to appropriate services. The SUD Counselor works with youth who may benefit from specialized interventions and treatment targeting co-occurring substance use and mental health symptoms, with the goal of reducing barriers and supporting improved mental health and overall functioning.
Required Qualifications
Bilingual in English/Spanish strongly preferred. Bilingual pay available
Registered in the state of California as a SUD Counselor, or ability to be registered within 30 days of hire and actively working towards certification.
BA in psychology, social work, human services plus 2 years related experience or equivalent experience in substance abuse and/or counseling, co-occurring treatment highly desired.
Demonstrated knowledge, training, and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Interventions, DBT, or Seeking Safety highly desired.
Responsibilities
Provide strength-based and culturally sensitive SUD education and counseling services to youth at schools, parents/caregivers and community members at Oceanside Community Resource Centers, and at other community settings
Helps clients to identify and connect to activities that would positively impact their social, leadership and coping skills, as well as their physical, mental, and emotional health.
Screen youth utilizing the Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory (SASSI) and the ASSIST-Y.
Completes outreach and presentations relating to substance use disorder and early intervention services to students, parents, and staff at school and community sites.
Communicates regularly with the Youth Development Case Managers, Clinicians, regarding client SUD treatment
Utilizes a trauma informed, client-centered, culturally respectful approach and abides by the legal and ethical standards of the profession.
Maintain consistent documentation and information-sharing in alignment with confidentiality standards and organizational policies
Completes other duties as assigned.
Schedule / Compensation
Full-time, non-exempt
Monday-Friday (must be available to work 2 evenings until 7:30pm may include occasional weekend hours)
$28- $31 Salary will commensurate with experience and education. Differential pay offered for bilingual skills. EEO.
Additional Requirements
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with a good driving record.
Willing to use your own, properly insured, reliable vehicle for the job (mileage reimbursed).
Employment subject to clearances, including background fingerprinting checks, driving record, tuberculosis testing, and drug testing.
Benefits
Generous paid vacation
Paid sick time (6 days)
Paid holidays (14 days)
100% employer paid medical, dental, vision, chiropractic and acupuncture coverage
100% employer paid life insurance
Health and wellness programs
Employee Assistance program
Professional development assistance
Great employee incentive awards program
Matched 403b retirement plan
Flexible Spending Account
Paid supervision hours (clinical positions)
Equal Employment Opportunity.
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Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Youth Development Program Manager, the SUD Counselor provides substance use disorder (SUD) education and counseling to middle and high school students in Oceanside. Responsibilities include facilitating SUD prevention forums and workshops for parents, caregivers, and community members; conducting substance use screenings; delivering SUD-focused case management and treatment; and coordinating linkages and referrals to appropriate services. The SUD Counselor works with youth who may benefit from specialized interventions and treatment targeting co-occurring substance use and mental health symptoms, with the goal of reducing barriers and supporting improved mental health and overall functioning.
Required Qualifications
Bilingual in English/Spanish strongly preferred. Bilingual pay available
Registered in the state of California as a SUD Counselor, or ability to be registered within 30 days of hire and actively working towards certification.
BA in psychology, social work, human services plus 2 years related experience or equivalent experience in substance abuse and/or counseling, co-occurring treatment highly desired.
Demonstrated knowledge, training, and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Interventions, DBT, or Seeking Safety highly desired.
Responsibilities
Provide strength-based and culturally sensitive SUD education and counseling services to youth at schools, parents/caregivers and community members at Oceanside Community Resource Centers, and at other community settings
Helps clients to identify and connect to activities that would positively impact their social, leadership and coping skills, as well as their physical, mental, and emotional health.
Screen youth utilizing the Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory (SASSI) and the ASSIST-Y.
Completes outreach and presentations relating to substance use disorder and early intervention services to students, parents, and staff at school and community sites.
Communicates regularly with the Youth Development Case Managers, Clinicians, regarding client SUD treatment
Utilizes a trauma informed, client-centered, culturally respectful approach and abides by the legal and ethical standards of the profession.
Maintain consistent documentation and information-sharing in alignment with confidentiality standards and organizational policies
Completes other duties as assigned.
Schedule / Compensation
Full-time, non-exempt
Monday-Friday (must be available to work 2 evenings until 7:30pm may include occasional weekend hours)
$28- $31 Salary will commensurate with experience and education. Differential pay offered for bilingual skills. EEO.
Additional Requirements
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with a good driving record.
Willing to use your own, properly insured, reliable vehicle for the job (mileage reimbursed).
Employment subject to clearances, including background fingerprinting checks, driving record, tuberculosis testing, and drug testing.
Benefits
Generous paid vacation
Paid sick time (6 days)
Paid holidays (14 days)
100% employer paid medical, dental, vision, chiropractic and acupuncture coverage
100% employer paid life insurance
Health and wellness programs
Employee Assistance program
Professional development assistance
Great employee incentive awards program
Matched 403b retirement plan
Flexible Spending Account
Paid supervision hours (clinical positions)
Equal Employment Opportunity.
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