Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse·Santa Barbara, California
Conduct individual and group substance abuse counseling, education, and relapse prevention sessions for adults. Manage client caseloads by developing treatment plans, performing assessments, and maintaining professional documentation.
Bilingual Adult Treatment Counselor - Float, Downtown Santa Barbara The Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (CADA) is hiring a Full-Time Bilingual Counselor to support our Adult Programs in downtown Santa Barbara, including SB-38 multiple offender DUI program and Adult Residential Program. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a robust team of Alcohol and Drug Counselors assisting adults in our community.
• Substance Abuse counselor registration, certification, or clinical license from a State of California Accredited Institution.
This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week. Afternoon and evening hours required to meet the needs of our clients. 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 for Registered Counselors and a rate increase potential for bilingual (Spanish/English) and Certified Counselors.
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 hr@cadasb.org or via phone at (805) 722-1313 with any questions.
Requires a minimum of one year of alcohol/drug counseling experience and a valid California state registration, certification, or clinical license. Fluency in both Spanish and English is required.
Market context
In California, bilingual adult treatment counselor roles are often competitive because employers need candidates who can support Spanish- and English-speaking clients while meeting state registration, certification, or licensure requirements. This float position also calls for at least one year of alcohol and drug counseling experience, so prior hands-on treatment work can help you stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your California credential and bilingual experience before applying.
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