Registered Substance Abuse Counselor

Description

About Interfaith Community Services:

At Interfaith, we empower individuals and families in need by providing essential resources and services with compassion and integrity. Together, we foster a community of hope, accountability, and dignity. 

Founded in 1979 in direct response to rising rates of hunger and homelessness in North San Diego County, Interfaith Community Services works to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness by Helping People Help Themselves. Interfaith is the most comprehensive nonprofit social services agency in North County, providing both immediate safety net services and long-term, life-changing programs designed to meet the holistic needs of people in crisis. Together, in partnership with 250+ diverse faith communities, more than 650 recurrent volunteers, and a growing staff of over 200, Interfaith provides a safe haven and pathway towards self-sufficiency for more than 17,000 community members annually. 

If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a service-driven environment, we invite you to be part of our mission!

What You'll Do:

In the Registered Substance Abuse Counselor role, you’ll provide direct services to clients located in addiction recovery programs within Interfaith. Registered substance abuse counselors work in conjunction with certified substance abuse counselors to provide support to clients who are experiencing homelessness, have alcohol and/or drug addictions, mental health, and social/legal/economic barriers. Registered substance abuse counselors maintain a safe and secure environment for the clients, ensure residents adhere to program policies, and support the mission of Interfaith Community Services.

• Supports Certified Substance Abuse Counselors in maintaining caseload as prescribed by supervisor
• Ensures a clean, safe and healthy environment for all clients.
• Ensures the program areas are kept drug, alcohol and violence free
• Informs clients of all policies and procedures, and ensure compliance
• Works with Certified Substance Abuse Counselors to conduct screenings, admission, treatment planning 1:1 and group classes
• Evaluates client needs and identify appropriate resources within and outside the agency; advocate for the clients’ needs
• Enter activities and client demographics into databases and daily facility logs
• Collects and submits documentation in a timely and accurate manner
• Responds to client concerns in a timely manner, providing information through informal discussions and group discussion/sessions
• Conducts searches and safely removes any items not permitted on property
• Professionally and politely answers incoming telephone calls, provides information, and log shift transitions into the service log
• Strictly adheres to participant confidentiality as required by County, State, and Federal (42 CFR) regulations
• Works with other agency staff to maintain cohesiveness of community
• Provides assistance and notifies appropriate agencies/organization in emergency situations, as described in standard emergency procedures
• Ensures that program always meet standards to pass State and Federal inspections
• Maintains contact with staff and supervisor to report any problems
• Coordinates wellness checks, fire drills and other checks annually or as needed
• Participates in all staff meetings and trainings
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Requirements

Who You Are:

You're passionate about making a lasting impact, whether supporting individuals directly or enhancing our organizational effectiveness. To thrive in this role, you'll:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required
• Must be currently registered by the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP), California Association of DUI Treatment Programs (CADTP) or the California Association of Drug/Alcohol Educators (CAADE)
• Must maintain this registration without interruption and obtain certification within five (5) years from date of hire
• Must be credentialed by the County of San Diego’s Continuum of Care within the last three years or must pass the credentialing process as a condition of hire
• 6+ months of relevant experience, required
• Experience working with individuals with alcohol, drug, mental illness, or homelessness, required

SKILLSETS / ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to establish and maintain professional boundaries with clients
• Ability to identify problems, and research and recommend solutions
• Ability to anticipate and react calmly to emergency situations
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication s