Drug and Alcohol Counselor

Company: System One
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: April 4, 2025

Job Description:

LA's leading non-profit agency serving the homeless population is looking for a Drug and Alcohol (SUD) Counselor

Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.

Summary:
Under the supervision of the CENS Program Manager the Counselor/Navigator will complete brief screening, information, and linkage/referrals, coordination, transportation. Insurance enrollment and follow-up to clients who are referred to the CENS by participating agencies, as well as to clients who are walk-ins, who may need substance used disorder treatment and/or mental health services.

Essential Functions: Complete brief ASAM screening with clients who are referred to the CENS by participating agencies, who may need substance abuse treatment and/or mental health services.
Will provide clients with information and referrals for treatment services and other ancillary services.
Coordinate with project approved treatment providers as identified in Service Planning Area 6 and client's needs.
Provide referral and linkage services to appropriate treatment facilities as determined by the ASAM Brief Screening and interview.
Provide Case Management Services
Facilitate At-Risk workshops for CENS clients and staff at the assigned CENS sites.
Facilitate SUD education and workshops for individuals and groups, recovery support, and hard reduction services.
Coordinate arrangement and transport clients to treatment locations
Link clients to essential services, housing, mental health, legal services, and additional need
Assist client in enrolling and verifying insurance (Medi-Cal and My Health LA)
Assist with the coverage of other CENS co-locations as needed.
Participate in the SAPC monthly and quarterly meeting to meet funding stream specific requirements.
Provide update and report during the SAPC Quarterly Meeting
Participate in the SPA 6 Quarterly Providers Meeting
Assist in the development of SPA 6 providers database.
Communicate with co-location and community partners to coordinate services.
Develop and submit weekly client charts to the program manager and/or program coordinate.
Guide client through the SUD system of care in-network and out of-network
Responsible for preparing project reports in accordance with funding requirements.
Conduct follow-up with clients screened and enrolled to SUD treatment programs.
Provide the Program Manager with all required client information and screening outcomes.
Communicate with Providers and community partners.
Responsible for preparing project reports in accordance with funding requirements.
Conduct follow-up with clients screened and enrolled to SUD treatment programs.
Assist with identifying program enhancement opportunities.
Perform duties based on professional practice with State/ Federal Government contracts and grants.
Ensure fidelity to evidence-based practices.
Deliver services using the 12 Core Functions of Substance Abuse Counseling
Submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports in a timely manner.
Maintain appropriate boundaries; and adhere to the agencies Code of Ethics and Core Values.
Represent the Agency in a professional manner at meetings and community events.
Wear proper attire during physical activity classes (yoga class, music therapy, etc.)
Participate in physical activity training (yoga, music events, etc.)

Secondary Functions Attend all meetings associated with the CENS and other projects as assigned by Program Manager or Division Director.
Maintain files/records on client services in compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2 and other funding requirements for auditing purposes.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Manager or Division Director
Other duties as needed' and 'overtime, holiday, or weekend work may be required.

Experience, Education, Skills and Abilities: Certified or Registered Drug and Alcohol Abuse Counselor
3+ years job related experience.
Registered employees must complete the certification process within five (5) years of their initial registration date.
Bilingual Spanish a plus
If in recovery, a minimum of three (3) years of being drug and alcohol free is mandatory.
Ability to collaborate with clients from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.
Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally
Knowledge of core competencies of Substance Abuse Counseling
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and other database programs
Knowledge of various community-based treatment providers
Experience collaborating with the criminal justice population.
Valid California Driver License, Proof of Car Insurance, Reliable transportation
TB Clearance upon hire and thereafter annually
CPR and First Aid upon hire and thereafter

Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions): Exposed to aggressive clients: must communicate with many sources including courts, LA County Probation, State Parole, DPSS, DCFS, Mental Health Departments and other community agencies. Some evenings and weekends may be required. Sometimes noisy, loud, and disruptive clients.

Mental Requirements: Ability to monitor, evaluate, and promote clinical competence, directly and indirectly.
must be able to manage any/all of the following: interruptions, changes in priorities/work schedules; be able to process information, think, and conceptualize.

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