Retraining the Village is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor who will advise people on a range of issues, such as those relating to alcoholism, addictions, or depression. The Substance Abuse Counselor will provide support, including for prevention, to help clients recover from addiction, modify problem behaviors, or improve mental health.
This is a part-time position.
About Retraining the Village
Retraining the Village is a transitional housing service in Central and Northern California. Retraining the Village’s mission is to Reintroduce the possibilities of change by stabilizing people in a home-like environment, reigniting positive behavioral conduct, and redirecting mindsets toward employment, permanent housing, family reunification, and independence.
Qualifications
Must have at least 2 years of experience working with Veterans or Homeless people
Responsibilities
Evaluate clients’ mental and physical health, addiction, or problematic behavior and assess their readiness for treatment
Develop, recommend, and review treatment goals and plans with clients and their families Assist clients in developing skills and behaviors necessary to recover from their addiction or modify their behavior
Collaborate with clients to identify behaviors or situations that interfere with their recovery Document and maintain records of clients' progress
Teach clients’ family members about addiction or behavior disorders and help them develop strategies to support clients in recovery
Refer clients to other resources and services, such as job placement services and support groups
Prepare clients for transition out of counseling through discharge planning
Conduct outreach programs to help people identify the signs of addiction and other destructive behavior, as well as steps to take to avoid such behavior
To Apply
Contact sandra@retrainingthevillage.org.
