Counselor Technician

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This range is provided by West Care. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$18.00/hr - $20.00/hr

• Ensure the security of the facility through the continuous monitoring of the grounds and facility.
• General client supervision in daily living activities and general program operation.
• Make copies of necessary program paperwork.
• Place documentation in client files, if registered/certified to do so.
• Assist the counselor facilitating groups and meetings, if registered/certified to do so.
• Ensure all scheduled activities occur at the specified time.
• Prepare client activity reports and other reports as requested.
• Search incoming property and shopping bags.
• Conduct medication calls at specified time frames and according to policy.
• Ensure assignments given to residents are completed.
• Ensure that residents comply with program rules.
• Monitor trip logs and conduct visual contact searches to ensure residents returning to the facility are not under the influence of any substance.
• Ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the facility.
• Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of West Care Foundation.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Knowledge of substance abuse and treatment is desired.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to obtain and maintain clearance from California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).
• Ability to obtain and maintain clearance from LEIE, MSIL, and EPLS.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain West Care’s vehicle insurance is required.
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.

• One (1) year experience in a residential social service setting providing services to the criminal justice/substance abusing population is preferred.
• Associates Degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

• Alcohol and Drug Registration and actively pursuing Certification, in good standing by an agency approved and recognized by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is preferred.

• Work is primarily performed in an office or in a Residential treatment setting.
• Some outdoor activities may be required.
• UA testing of clients is required.
• Must be able to de-escalate situations in the program.

The employee must be able to perform the following essential duties and activities with or without accommodation:

• Requires mobility and physical activity: working in an office, residential, or outdoor environment; standing, walking, sitting for extended periods; bending, twisting, reaching, balancing; occasional lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds; use of computer and telephone systems; ability to defend oneself and clients in physically abusive situations using approved physical de-escalation techniques.
• Requires talking: ability to convey detailed or important spoken instructions to others clearly.
• Requires hearing: ability to receive and communicate detailed information orally.
• Requires seeing: clear vision to complete paperwork and observe client behavior.
• Normal duties may involve exposure to potential hazards; appropriate protective equipment is available if needed.

• Ability to collect and analyze complex numerical and written data and verbal information to reach logical conclusions.
• Ability to work with clients, co-workers, managers, and the public to exchange information and instructions.
• Ability to work under stress and in emotionally charged settings.
• Ability to de-escalate mentally or verbally abusive situations using approved techniques.