Substance Abuse Counselor

Clarvida’s success is built on the strength of our people: individuals who bring the right skills and a deep commitment to our mission of improving lives and communities. Our employees are empowered to bring their full potential to the table, ensuring long-term success for our team and those we serve.

Clarvida is seeking an innovative and purpose driven individual to join our team as a Substance Abuse Counselor at our Wasco Adult program.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Carry out duties as a member of the team, under the direction of the Program Manager. Specific job responsibilities will vary depending on education and experience.

Use of personal vehicle is required. May be asked to attend outreach events.

Perform navigation and linkage for callers, problem solve options, provide follow up, as well as offer encouragement.

Support and communicate with callers timely to answer questions, while making a difference in our Call Center/Caller

Relationships. Answer calls immediately and provide professional/supportive support while providing referrals/ linkages

Provide practical help and mentoring, advocacy, coordination, individualized support, problem solving and direct assistance to help callers obtain the necessary services.

• Develop effective working relationships with agencies and organizations to advocate for First Responders.
• Document all activities as required.
• Maintain and ensures HIPAA, ethical standards and professional boundaries with all staff and clients.
• Other duties assigned or necessary to support the program and/or the company.
• Recovery Requirements
• Provide the best customer care possible.
• Identify and build upon the strengths of clients, coworkers, and the communities we serve.
• Support clients’ steps towards Recovery and Wellness.
• Create an organizational culture that respects and celebrates the diversity of our clients.

Value learning as an ongoing process that enables us to better service our consumers and establishes our leadership in the industry.

Research and utilize our industry’s best practices and analyze our own services to ensure the best possible outcomes.

Provide outreach and develop relationships with community partners Works under direct supervision from the Program Manager.

Education/Licensing Requirements

Education and/or Experience

Must Be a Registered Counselor in CA

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required with computer or business courses.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Lived experience as a first responder or has family members as a first responder. Preferred history of being a consumer of mental health and/or substance use services.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Proof of: valid California driver’s license and auto insurance, as well as proof of education are required. Prior behavioral health experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Knowledge of ways to encourage First Responder community to accept opportunities for assistance with community providers to explore and regain strengths, skills, and/or talents that may be inherent in individual consumers and to become more social, through community events and outings, as well as within the program’s internal activities.

Skills to provide essential expertise and consultation to the First Responder community, to promote a culture in which each callers’ preferences are recognized, understood, respected

• Knowledge of community resources and connections and experience working with peers.
• Excellent organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and communication skills are a must.
• Basic-Intermediate computer skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage time.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working and professional relationships with a wide range of community agencies and organizations.
• Knowledge of how to obtain and record accurate information for case documentation and other reports.
• Knowledge of the needs and difficulties faced by consumers
• Posses effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate the First Responder experience and perspective at all levels within the mental health system and the community.

Physical Requirements

Primarily Remote Position. May be called to work from an office or attend required in-office staff meetings based on need.

• Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking.
• May be required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Requires significant use of computer, tablet, phone and/or general office equipment.
• Needs adequate visual acuity, ability to grasp and handle objects.
• Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone.
• Will require outreach, engagement, training and education to groups of First Responder organizations

Will use personal car or vehicle as required for travel and/ or transportation. May travel for meetings, training, etc. as needed.

What We Offer

Full Time Employees

• Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
• Separate sick leave that rolls over each year* up to 10 Paid holidays*
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefit plan options
• DailyPay- Access to your daily earnings without waiting for payday*
• Training, Development and Continuing Education Credits for licensure requirements

All Employees

• 401K
• Free licensure supervision
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance program
• Perks @Clarvida - national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Cellphone stipend

Work Location: Wasco, CA – On-site

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary $24.50-$28.00/Hr

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about mental health care and helping clients achieve independence and empowerment, we encourage you to apply. Click “Apply Now” to join our dedicated team focused on growth, compassion, and community impact.

About Clarvida

Clarvida is a trusted provider of behavioral health and human services across multiple states. Our trauma-informed, recovery-focused approach supports individuals and families with culturally responsive and evidence-based care.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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