Recovery Counselor
Muir Wood Adolescent & Family Services·Petaluma, California
Muir Wood Adolescent & Family Services·Petaluma, California
Provide individual and group counseling and therapeutic services to teens in a residential behavioral healthcare setting. Manage clinical documentation and coordinate client programming, including level advancement and community meeting schedules.
Description About Muir Wood Teen Treatment Muir Wood Teen Treatment is a leading provider of residential and outpatient behavioral healthcare for teens ages 12–17. With programs in Sonoma County, Clovis, and Riverside, we specialize in treating primary mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders.
Our trauma-informed, relationship-centered approach combines evidence-based clinical care, accredited academics, and family involvement—creating environments where teens and families can heal together. Every teammate plays an important role in that mission. Whether you work directly with clients or support our programs behind the scenes, your compassion, presence, and professionalism help create hope and lasting change for the families we serve.
The Certified Recovery Counselor is responsible for providing counseling and therapeutic clinical services to patients, providing counseling and linkage assistance within a residential environment, including responsibilities maintaining the program milieu. This position is also responsible for the overall operation of the facility in accordance with policies and procedures, current federal, state and local standards, including guidelines and regulations governing our facility to assure that our facility is maintained in a safe manner. The Certified Recovery Counselor will work Sunday - Thursday or Tuesday - Saturday, which will be determined through discussion during the hiring process.
Requirements: Essential
Meet with residents/clients individually a minimum of once per week. Facilitate group sessions as determined by the Clinical Director. Coordinate all aspects of the Counselors role in client programming including the assignment and evaluation of Level Advancement assignments. As part of a treatment team, collaborate on approvals of all outings and activities for residential clients. Participate in family programming sessions as requested and required by the Program Director. Responsible for the timely completion of clinical documentation (progress and group notes). Attend weekly treatment team meetings, staff meetings, and clinical supervision if needed, and is instructed by Program Director. Develop off campus meeting schedule (if deemed appropriate) for residents to attend AA, Al-Anon, and NA meetings with staff accompaniment. Locate and assign alternatives to meetings in the community by accessing other resources such as Smart Recovery, Celebrate Recovery, etc. Attend meetings, trainings and conferences representing Muir Wood as needed. Perform other duties as needed and assigned by the Clinical Director and Recovery Program Manager.
Bachelor Degree in Psychology, Social Work Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Level (CADC) preferred Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor (CATC) preferred Substance Use Disorder Certified Counselor (SUDCC) preferred Availability to work weekends Experience working with dually diagnosed individuals preferred TB required and health screen, along with CPR and first aid
Medical/Dental/Vision Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401k + Match PTO/Sick Pay Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Discount Marketplace
Muir Wood Adolescent & Family Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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.
