Registered Outreach AOD Counselor

Description

About Interfaith Community Services:

At Interfaith, we empower individuals and families in need by providing essential resources and services with compassion and integrity. Together, we foster a community of hope, accountability, and dignity. 

Founded in 1979 in direct response to rising rates of hunger and homelessness in North San Diego County, Interfaith Community Services works to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness by Helping People Help Themselves. Interfaith is the most comprehensive nonprofit social services agency in North County, providing both immediate safety net services and long-term, life-changing programs designed to meet the holistic needs of people in crisis. Together, in partnership with 250+ diverse faith communities, more than 650 recurrent volunteers, and a growing staff of over 200, Interfaith provides a safe haven and pathway towards self-sufficiency for more than 17,000 community members annually. 

If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a service-driven environment, we invite you to be part of our mission!

What You'll Do:

In the Registered Outreach AOD Counselor role, you’ll be field-based position that provides screenings and intake coordination for homeless clients seeking treatment. Responsibilities include conducting outreach as part of a Homeless Outreach Team and screening clients for admission to RWC substance use disorder (SUD) programs. The Counselor pairs clients with appropriate care based on the American Society of Addiction Society (ASAM) level of care criteria, and provides warm hand-off referrals outside of RWC when applicable. 

• Conducts outreach to unsheltered individuals in the target catchment area in coordination with the Peer Support Specialist and other Homeless Outreach Teams. 
• Conducts screenings of clients seeking treatment for substance use and co-occurring disorders 
• Works collaboratively with community referral sources and partners to ensure placement match
• Monitors RWC residential census to manage bed availability 
• Provides resources to clients who are not eligible for treatment and facilitates warm handoffs whenever possible, both within the agency and outside of the agency 
• Utilizes Motivational Interviewing and other counseling skills when connecting with individuals in the pre-contemplation stage of change 
• Verifies client insurance and eligibility information during the screening process 
• Facilitates the Intake process with clients entering the program as a direct result of outreach contact. 
• Adheres to participant confidentiality as required by State and Federal (42 CFR) regulations 

Requirements

Who You Are:

You're passionate about making a lasting impact, whether supporting individuals directly or enhancing our organizational effectiveness. To thrive in this role, you'll:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required 
• Experience with individuals struggling with alcohol, drug, and mental illness or homelessness.
• Must be currently Registered by the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP), California Association of DUI Treatment Programs (CADTP) or the California Association of Drug/Alcohol Educators (CAADE) and consistently maintain certification
• 2+ years of experience working in an addiction treatment facility, social services or nonprofit setting, required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish), preferred.

SKILLSETS / ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Ability to establish and maintain professional boundaries with clients 
• Experience with Motivational Interviewing techniques
• Experience with the ASAM Criteria Assessment Interview Guide
• Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of population served 
• Communicates effectively among a diverse workforce and maintains sound working relations 
• Must have reliable transportation and maintain a valid California driver’s license, including proof of personal vehicle insurance coverage and insurability 
• Must successfully pass a criminal background and exclusion/disbarment check 
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical, tuberculosis test, and drug screen 

Location: On-Site, Carlsbad

Hourly: $21.00-$24.00

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

· Paid Time Off

· Paid Holidays – 13 scheduled

· Flexible Work Schedules

· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

· AD&D / Group Life Insurance

· Flexible Spending Accounts – Medical and Dependent Care

· Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan

· Early Release Days!

· Work Anniversary Bonuses

· Tuition Reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

· Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

· Home Ownership Assistance Program

· Casual Work Environment

· Professional Growth and Career Development Opportunities

Interfaith is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, pregnancy, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, nationality, sex, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Interfaith will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.