Chemical Dependency Counselor ( FT, AM shift)
Listed compensation
$24 - $28/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
FULL-TIME
8-HR SHIFT
Am Shift
What We Do:
Charter Oak Hospital offers compassionate and individualized treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. We believe in a patient-centric approach, where every treatment plan is tailored to meet the specific needs of each person who walks through our doors.
What You’ll Do
Our CD Counselor make a difference in the lives of our patients by providing quality care to individuals with substance abuse or chemical dependency problems. Our dedicated professionals work tirelessly to create an environment that fosters healing, growth, and long-term wellness. Incumbent responsibilities may include:
- Assess patients' stage and extent of chemical use
- Conducts didactic and other appropriate patient groups
- Guide patients in meeting treatment goals
- Develops and implements a plan of treatment, in conjunction with members of multi-disciplinary team
Education & Experience:
- Certification by a recognized California DHCS required (such as CADC, SUDCC, CATC)
- Knowledge of substance abuse dynamics, problem, treatment modalities
- Working knowledge of psychological and physical symptomatology associated with chemical dependency
- Communication, individual and group therapy skills
- Skills in therapeutic support and confrontation with chemical dependency patients
- Skills in treatment planning, related documentation
- Current BLS for healthcare provider card required upon hire
- Therapeutic Options™ (TOT) to be obtained prior to providing direct patient care without a preceptor
Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve!
Aurora Charter Oak Hospital has been delivering Behavioral Health Treatment Services for over 83 years. We are located on 10 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in Covina, California. Covina is about 22 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, in the San Gabriel Valley, close to 10, 60 and 210 FWY.
EEOC Employer. Aurora Charter Oak Hospital does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment.
We participate in the E-Verify program. Follow the link for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
Pay range: $24 - $28/hr
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Key Responsibilities
The counselor assesses patients' chemical use and guides them in meeting treatment goals through didactic groups and individualized care. They collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a recognized California DHCS certification (such as CADC, SUDCC, or CATC) and a current BLS for healthcare provider card. Knowledge of substance abuse dynamics and proficiency in therapeutic communication and treatment planning are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Addiction Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% are remote, 24% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
Addiction Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$54k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $49k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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