Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse·Santa Barbara, California
Conduct individual and group substance abuse counseling and relapse prevention sessions for DUI repeat offenders. Manage a caseload, perform client assessments, and maintain professional documentation and progress reports.
The Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (CADA) is hiring a Part-Time SB-38 Counselor to support our DUI treatment program in Downtown Santa Barbara.
This is an interesting and rewarding position working with individuals referred by the courts to re-instate their driving capability. SB38 is the Senate Bill referring to a DUI program for repeat offenders that drivers must complete when they receive a second DUI conviction within 10 years of a prior DUI or wet and reckless conviction. Be a part of a robust team of Alcohol and Drug Counselors assisting individuals in our community and make a real impact!
High School diploma, GED or equivalent required AA/AS in Psychology, Counseling or another relevant field preferred.
LICENSES: Substance Abuse counselor registration, certification, or clinical license from a State of California Accredited Institution.
EXPERIENCE: Experience providing counseling services to diverse, bilingual, bicultural clients preferred. Minimum of one (1) year of experience in the field of alcohol/drug counseling strongly preferred.
OTHER: Bilingual, Spanish/English preferred. Strong documentation and organizational skills. Specific knowledge of individual counseling principles and techniques, and substance abuse assessment and case planning. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Systems and Databases
Conduct individual and group substance abuse counseling, education, and relapse prevention sessions. These sessions will be for outpatient treatment and 18-month DUI multiple offender program. Maintain a caseload and ensure weekly services are provided to meet the needs of the individuals served. Outreach and schedule clients as needed for their treatment goals and productivity (CHECK ORGS Conduct client assessments. Assessment for DUI program clients will be completed during first individual counseling session utilizing provided client assessment tool. Track SB38 clients progress in program providing progress reports per title 9. Timely and appropriate Client File Documentation, Case Notes, and File Examination. Complete required annual trainings for Santa Barbara County Dept. of Behavioral Wellness. Complete documentation accurately, professionally, and within the prescribed time frame. Maintain effective communication with supervisors, support staff, and external service providers. Attend staff meetings and all other required meetings. Complete all required trainings timely. Uphold all HIPAA compliance standards. Collect payment from clients. Keep abreast of current literature and research in the field of alcoholism and drug addiction/abuse. This is a part-time position, 16 hours per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:00pm-8:00pm). 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 rate increase potential for bilingual (Spanish/English).
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 high school diploma and a state-accredited substance abuse counselor registration or license. Preference is given to candidates with an associate degree, bilingual skills in Spanish, and at least one year of experience in alcohol and drug counseling.
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.
