SUD Counselor

Overview

Job Location
: RWS El Chante - Oakland, CA

Position Type
:
Full Time

Salary Range
: $26.28 - $30.21 Hourly

Travel Percentage
:
Up to 25%

Job Shift
:
Day

Description

Except in the case of an undue hardship, La Familia provides reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities when the accommodations are necessary to enable the persons to perform the essential functions of the job. The Agency also provides reasonable accommodations when necessary based on religious needs. Individuals requiring workplace accommodations must discuss their needs with La Familia Human Resources. Individuals seeking accommodations for disabilities are typically required to provide medical documentation supporting the existence of a disability, the need for the accommodation, and what workplace modifications will enable the employee to perform the essential functions of the job.

We have an exciting Full-time opportunity for a well-qualified Counselor in the Latino Family Service Center. This program provides counseling services to the Latino Community in Oakland Area, Alameda and Contra Costa County. We are currently seeking qualified certified candidates for the Counselor position.

We are searching for a candidate who can work the following shift:

Saturday to Wednesday 7:00 a.m.

- 3:00 p.m.

This position is covered under the SEIU 1021 Collective Bargaining Agreement. In addition to the established base pay, members will receive negotiated annual increases as follows:

• January 2026: 3% base pay increase
• January 2027: 3% base pay increase

Future increases will be subject to the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.

La Familia offers a recruitment bonus for any Behavioral Health or Substance Use Disorder programs and positions that require occupational licenses or certifications are eligible. This bonus is paid throughout your first year of continued employment in increments of $500 at 30 days, $500 at 6 months and $1,000 at year one.

• Conduct initial intake and assessments;
• Formulate treatment recovery plans for program participants;
• Conduct individual, group, and family counseling sessions;
• Provide assessment and appropriate referrals to clients for educational, training, and other supportive services as needed;
• Maintain all client files;
• Represent clients and intervene on their behalf with probation officers, law officials, etc.;
• Maintain and submit all program documentation and reports in an accurate and timely manner;
• Develop community resources for clients and family members;
• Provide assessment and appropriate referrals to clients for educational, training, and other supportive services as needed;
• Attend collaborate meetings with other agencies;
• Develop and implement educational activities for clients;
• Participate in all LFCS Activities, meetings, events, etc;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

• Required - California Drug and Alcohol Certification (must be either a “CADC” from CCAPP, or “CATC” from CAADE, please list this designation and number clearly after candidate name on CV);
  California BBS Licensed individuals with beyond minimal SUD training and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of alcohol and drug prevention and recovery/ treatment programs and principles;
• Knowledge of and sensitive to the needs of the Latino Community;
• Knowledge of the effects of alcohol and drug abuse;
• Must demonstrate ability to understand client needs and work with adult men.
• First Aid and CPR/AED certification
• Experience in non-profit and community-based organizations preferred.
• Demonstrates and models excellent “customer service” orientation and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Exercises extreme discretion with the ability to hold, balance, and transmit public and confidential information needed by various parties.
• Proficient in MS Office and Google Workspace products.
• Valid CA Driver’s license required.
• Auto insurance:
  If your vehicle is used for business-related purposes, it is recommended that you inform your auto insurance carrier.

• Demonstrates cultural awareness and provides respectful, client-centered care.
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