Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Lamont SUD
Company: Clinica Sierra Vista
Location: Lamont
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Position Summary: Under the supervision of a Certified Substance
Use Disorder Counselor and/or Licensed clinician, the Registered
Substance Use Disorder Counselor provides direct substance related
counseling through multiple modalities including primarily
individual and group work, for persons who have a history of
abusing substances and who require recovery and prevention
services. Essential Functions: Plans and provides substance abuse
recovery services for adults and adolescents who are abusing
alcohol or other drugs including the provisions of service to
individuals who may have a co-occurring mental health disorder.
Assists participants in establishing a plan to address social,
cultural, familial and personal patterns that contribute to their
substance use and abuse. Leads group discussions and education
classes and participates in individual sessions. Monitors and
documents progress in recovery from alcohol and drug abuse to guide
participants in the principles of recovery and in the principles of
utilizing self-help groups and community services. Works with
groups and individuals to provide a supportive environment that
encourages the participant’s ability to succeed in treatment. Keeps
accurate records of participant’s progress in recovery, effects on
mental stability and behavioral changes. Qualifications: Must be a
Registered Addiction Specialist through a NCCA accredited
institution. Understand and follow a treatment plan written by the
LPHA (therapist) on the team, based on the ASAM standardized
assessment criteria, and collaborate with the therapist as needed
to address the recovery needs of participants in the SUD program.
Knowledge of the principles of alcohol and drug addiction, the
process of recovery and recovery planning and motivational
interviewing techniques and concepts. Completion of 200 hours of
field-based experience in addiction treatment, and work towards
hours to become certified. Ability to facilitate group and
individual recovery; monitor individual progress and recovery
process; assess social, cultural, familial and personal patterns
that contribute to substances use; establish and maintain effective
working relationships; conduct group and individual services and
gather information; work with a variety of public and private
agencies in providing integrated mental health and recovery
services for participants. 6. Must adhere to Clinica Sierra Vista’s
employee health/immunization requirements or provide a valid
exemption request for subsequent approval. Physical Requirements:
Bending/Twisting 2% Stooping % Walking 5% Sitting 15% Push/Pulling
3% Reaching Overhead 5% Driving 5% Standing 50% Kneeling/Crawling
0% Repetitive Motion 15% (keyboard) Clinica Sierra Vista values
human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and
recognizes that the organization derives its strength from a rich
diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in
healthcare industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by
promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core
values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and
dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders,
religions, cultures, political affiliations and lifestyles thrive.
Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that
empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to
our community of residents and businesses; they’re counting on us.
Clinica Sierra Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives
to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without
regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,
marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability,
medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran
status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or
local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and
embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our
team!
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