Substance Use Counselor, Bilingual  (Regular Full-Time, Hourly)
Program: Nueva Vista Family Services (Chula Vista)
Region: Chula Vista
Services: Child and Family (CYF)
Career Type: Counselors

Hours: 40 hours per week. Clinic hours are Monday and Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Pay Rate: $26.00 to $28.00 per hour

Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher required

Certification: CCAPP, CAC, or CADAC certification required

Benefits:

• 19 days of PTO and 12 paid holidays per year
• Monthly contribution of $100 towards qualified student loan debt; access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for eligible individuals
• 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
• Free Employee Assistance Plan
• Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans

As a Substance Use Counselor, you will:

• Provide crisis intervention, case management and rehab services.
• Provide and/or coordinate substance abuse assessment, treatment planning, and service delivery tailored to the individual needs of the clients served.
• Provide interventions to clients and/or members of clients’ families in a timely and professional manner in mental health rehabilitation, case management, groups and family modalities.
• Conduct collateral interviews as indicated with all identified partners, i.e., school, social services, probation and other treatment providers.
• Develop and maintain client service plans that address the needs of each individual served.
• Provide cross-training for the rest of the team to deal effectively with substance abuse issues and optimize collaboration and support.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Bilingual Spanish (read, write, speak) is required for this position
• At least 2 years of experience with working with individuals who have a severe and persistent mental illness, as well as co-occurring disorders
• Two years of experience training in substance abuse and/or addictions and previous experience providing substance abuse services within a mental health rehabilitation program
• 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, proof of insurance, and personal vehicle are required to fulfill the essential functions of this position.
• Able to pass criminal/background clearance

CRF inspires and mentors the next generation of mental health professionals!

Nueva Vista Family Services is a Children/Youth/Family (CYF) outpatient program that provides services in the Central region of San Diego County. We provide a range of services including crisis intervention, individual, family, and group therapy, medication support, rehabilitation, case management and co-occurring behavioral health and substance use services while incorporating the family systems and wrap-around approach.

We provide mental health services to children and youth with Medi-Cal as well as those who are uninsured and underinsured. Our services are clinic, school, community, and home-based.

CRF staff members work together to meet the needs of San Diego County’s residents who are experiencing mental/behavioral health challenges. We offer a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters personal growth and development. You will work within a collaborative, supportive team structure, learn new ways to provide optimal supports to your clients and help people change their lives for the better!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Substance Use Counselor