JOB Summary:

DSAP will provide training and internship support for individuals seeking to become certified as an SUD counselor. Applicant will be initially trained then expected to solely facilitate SUD group, education, individual counseling sessions, enrollment sessions in a manner that promotes and supports program participants understanding of high-risk involvement with use of substances, and suggest methods to reduce the negative impact of high risk behaviors.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

Facilitate group sessions to support the reduction of the negative impact of substance use disorder, working with clients in various stages of SUD including non-SUD clients that have been charged or convicted of driving under the influence. Work with program participant to reduce risks and recidivism of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or other drugs while assessing the need for additional SUD services.

Completes case management, including the maintenance of program participant files, group attendance rosters, and group notes using electronic files.

Have the skillset to use multiple PC applications including Zoom, MS PowerPoint, Client Database while supporting participants with barriers to e-signatures access.

During individual sessions monitors program participant payment history, addressing balances, barriers to program completion and progress with the reduction of substance use.

Dismiss program participant when appropriate in accordance with Title Nine Regulations.

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Pursuing education in SUD Counselor field and / or is currently registered to become certified within 5 years of initial registration.

Also accepting SUD Counselor Certification in good standing with the three certifying agencies in California

Certification/License:

Registered or Certified AOD / SUD Counselor in good standing with certifying agencies in the State of California.

Experience:

Experience with public speaking and facilitating discussion in a group setting.

Presenting educational material via virtual / remote services on Zoom.

Currently registered with one of the three certifying agencies in California.

Ability to case manage client records electronically

Ability to support and counsel individuals with SUD issues, seek referrals for other services and provide follow up services as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Bilingual (Spanish) preferred not required

Ability to comprehended and follow State and County regulations, program policies and procedures

Ability to comprehended and follow Federal and State confidentiality requirements

Knowledge of generally accepted principals of SUD treatment, SUD education, and prevention in a group and individual setting

Ability to keep accurate, legible written records, and, listen and communicate effectively

Ability to facilitate client insight into their involvement with alcohol using MI

OR

Any combination of academic education, professional training, or work experience, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified

Driver Safety Awareness Program (DSAP) Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Program, is committed to assuring we provide the very best DUI Program services in California. Our services are available in-person and via virtual video conference (Zoom) in English and Spanish. Our Objective: To promote self exploration on Substance Use Disorder, Co-dependency and provide program participants with a positive experience to work on self-evaluation and explore all the options and choices to reducing DUI recidivism supporting our participants to overcome program completion barriers by providing referrals for substance use disorder and/or other community services.