Substance Use Counselor

Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

As a Substance Use Counselor, you will:

• Provide crisis intervention, case management and rehabilitative counseling services and provides and/or coordinates substance abuse assessment, treatment planning, and service delivery tailored to the individual needs of the clients served
• Provide individual and group substance abuse counseling
• Assist in developing and designing curriculum and facilitates co-occurring disorders groups
• Facilitate substance abuse groups and networks with community substance treatment providers
• Develop and maintain client service plans that address the needs of each individual served in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
• Provide cross-training for the rest of the team to deal effectively with substance abuse issues and optimize collaboration and support
• Services are provided in the clients' homes as well as in community-based sites

Benefits:

• 19 days of PTO per year; 12 paid holidays per year
• Free CEUs and training
• Monthly contribution of $100 towards qualified student loan debt and access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Choice of medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses and excellent coverage
• Several dental plan options; vision benefits
• Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses
• Generous retirement plan contributions
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans
• Opportunities for advancement and growth

Join CRF's newest team - Intensive Case Management services in South San Diego County!

Intensive Case Management (ICM) is a community-based program serving adults living with serious mental illness who require a higher level of support to achieve stability and independence. The program focuses on individuals with complex needs who may be at risk of hospitalization, homelessness, or disengagement from care.

ICM utilizes a multidisciplinary, team-based approach to provide comprehensive, individualized services in the community. Staff work closely with clients to coordinate care, support access to housing and benefits, assist with medication and treatment engagement, and build skills to promote recovery and independence.

With smaller caseloads and a strong emphasis on outreach, ICM allows staff to develop meaningful relationships with clients while delivering high-quality, person-centered care. This model is designed to improve overall outcomes, reduce crisis utilization, and support long-term community integration.

If you need assistance completing the application, please send an email to [email protected]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Education: High School diploma with minimum of 3+ years of related experience required. Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least 1 year of experience in related field strongly preferred.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office
• A valid California driver's license in good standing, personal vehicle, proof of insurance and eligibility to be an approved CRF driver is required to fulfill the essential functions of this position.
• Able to pass criminal/background clearance

Meets the bio-psychosocial needs of clients by providing indicated behavioral health services, case management services and/or crisis intervention, and bills and documents services appropriately.

Works with individuals to assist them in accessing appropriate support services and entitlements, medical care, community resources, and family support systems in an effort to facilitate recovery and rehabilitation.