SB-38 Treatment Counselor

SB-38 Counselor

The Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (CADA) is hiring a Part-Time SB-38 Counselor to support our DUI treatment program in Downtown Santa Barbara.

This is an interesting and rewarding position working with individuals referred by the courts to re-instate their driving capability. SB38 is the Senate Bill referring to a DUI program for repeat offenders that drivers must complete when they receive a second DUI conviction within 10 years of a prior DUI or wet and reckless conviction. Be a part of a robust team of Alcohol and Drug Counselors assisting individuals in our community and make a real impact!

EDUCATION:

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent required
• AA/AS in Psychology, Counseling or another relevant field preferred.

LICENSES:

• Substance Abuse counselor registration, certification, or clinical license from a State of California Accredited Institution.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience providing counseling services to diverse, bilingual, bicultural clients preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in the field of alcohol/drug counseling strongly preferred.

OTHER:

• Bilingual, Spanish/English preferred.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Specific knowledge of individual counseling principles and techniques, and substance abuse assessment and case planning.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Systems and Databases

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct individual and group substance abuse counseling, education, and relapse prevention sessions. These sessions will be for outpatient treatment and 18-month DUI multiple offender program.
• Maintain a caseload and ensure weekly services are provided to meet the needs of the individuals served.
• Outreach and schedule clients as needed for their treatment goals and productivity (CHECK ORGS
• Conduct client assessments. Assessment for DUI program clients will be completed during first individual counseling session utilizing provided client assessment tool.
• Track SB38 clients progress in program providing progress reports per title 9.
• Timely and appropriate Client File Documentation, Case Notes, and File Examination.
• Complete required annual trainings for Santa Barbara County Dept. of Behavioral Wellness.
• Complete documentation accurately, professionally, and within the prescribed time frame.
• Maintain effective communication with supervisors, support staff, and external service providers.
• Attend staff meetings and all other required meetings.
• Complete all required trainings timely.
• Uphold all HIPAA compliance standards.
• Collect payment from clients.
• Keep abreast of current literature and research in the field of alcoholism and drug addiction/abuse.

This is a part-time position, 16 hours per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:00pm-8:00pm). This is an in-person position, and a successful candidate would be required onsite in Santa Barbara.

Compensation is dependent of the level of prior experience and qualifications, with a salary range of $22-$25 rate increase potential for bilingual (Spanish/English).

In compliance with the California Department of Health Care Services, staff require an up-to-date Tuberculosis test during the duration of employment.

If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact HR via email at [email protected] or via phone at (805) 722-1313 with any questions.