Alpha Project for the Homeless·Vista, California
The Substance Abuse Counselor II develops and implements client treatment plans while providing guidance and support to residents and other counseling staff. Responsibilities include facilitating group activities, managing crises, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
Position Title: Substance Abuse Counselor II Department: Clinical/Treatment Reports to: Clinical Supervisor
Alpha Project offers a generous benefits package, including 14 paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision premium, and group life insurance. FLSA Status: Temporary and Non-Exempt Salary: $22.00 - $25.00/hour, commensurate with experience
The Substance Abuse Counselor II works with clients to develop effective treatment plans, provides guidance on resources and partners that can support the treatment plan and rehabilitation, and provides guidance to Substance Abuse Counselors, as needed.
Administration
Communicate and adhere to program policies and procedures and model professional rapport to all residents in accordance with the Casa Raphael Operations Manual;
Maintain appropriate documentation regarding services provided to the client through daily timesheets to be submitted to the administration at the end of each day;
Complete and submit time-sensitive reports to referring entities and/or agents; and
Ensure compliance with organization, contractual, local, state, and federal mandates, including confidentiality laws.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Team Members must demonstrate the ability to follow policies and procedures as established in the Company's Employee Handbook. Team Members will also contribute to a positive work environment by behaving and communicating in a manner such that they get along with all constituent groups, co-workers, and management.
In addition, the education, experience, and other skills listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Candidates must have one to two years of experience in a substance abuse residential setting and hold a relevant counseling certification or be currently enrolled in one. Proficiency in MS Office and database management, along with strong communication and organizational skills, is required.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.
