Family Health Centers of San Diego
Substance Use Disorder Counselor (Sign-on bonus!)
Family Health Centers of San Diego, El Cerrito, California, United States, 94530
Impact Lives, Impact CommunityFamily Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is passionate about providing exceptional health care to all, especially underserved communities with limited health care options. Founded by a Latina grandmother/community advocate over 50 years ago in Barrio Logan, FHCSD has grown into one of the largest community health systems in the country. With over 62 sites, over 227,000 patients, and over 417,000 visits last year, we provide a wide variety of health care and outreach services to a very diverse patient population. We are proud of our mission, our lasting community impact, and the cultural and individual diversity of our staff.Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is looking for
Substance Use Disorder Counselors (SUDC)
to provide substance abuse screening, brief interventions, therapy for individuals and groups, and coordinate referrals for patients. Responsibilities also include providing leadership and training to staff related to chemical dependency issues and serving as a subject matter expert in the cross-functional treatment team.FHCSD Offers You:Sign-on bonus
of $2,000, to be paid after 6 months of service.Retention bonus
up to 15% of annual pay to a max of $10,000, to be paid after one year of service.Loan repayment & scholarships
up to $25,000 - available for a limited time through partnership with HCAi (Ca Dept of Health Care Access and Information).Responsibilities:Completes all required documentation accurately, in a timely manner, and thoroughly in accordance with department standards; documentation complies with patients' insurance requirements.Develops and maintains community resources information and contacts related to assigned patient population. Acts as a liaison and may provide consultations with community agencies.Participates in the design and implementation of mental health and substance abuse service delivery, working closely with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.Provides direct substance abuse counseling services, including crisis intervention and individual, group, and family counseling, targeting assigned patient population groups experiencing substance abuse/dependency disorders. Provides support and assistance to maintain patients' treatment and recovery.Provides substance abuse education and referral information to patients, families, and other staff members in the areas of substance abuse counseling and treatment services.Provides substance abuse screening and assessments. Participates in the development of patients' individualized care plans. Assesses patients' need for enrollment in medical, self-help programs, outpatient services, and/or residential facilities and makes referrals, if necessary.Performs other duties as assigned.Requirements:Registered Intern status or certification/registration from a California State Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Services certifying agency required.High School diploma (or GED equivalent) required.Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training required.1 year experience in providing counseling required; 2 years of experience providing counseling to assigned patient demographics, such as patients diagnosed with serious mental illness or HIV, preferred.Bilingual English/Spanish may be required depending on site/location.Ability and means to travel as needed in a timely manner within San Diego County. DRIVER REQUIREMENTS: Requires an active Class C California driver's license, proof of liability insurance at $100,000, on vehicle used. No more than 2 points in past 12 months; No suspensions in last 2 years for moving violations; No DUI, reckless or felony Driving within 5 years. No license revocation in 7 years.Rewards:Job type: Regular Full TimeCompetitive Salary with Excellent BenefitsRetirement Plan with Employer MatchPaid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid HolidaysMedical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life InsuranceEmployee Discounts and Wellness ProgramsThe successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to community medicine and providing culturally competent care to the medically underserved.In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base range for this position, exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses: $27.50 - $33.50.If you are hired at Family Health Centers of San Diego, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, jurisdictional requirements, skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is what we reasonably expect to pay for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a generous compensation and benefits package (more information on our benefits offerings is available here: FHCSD Wellness - Employee Hub (gobenefits.net))
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Substance Use Disorder Counselors (SUDC)
to provide substance abuse screening, brief interventions, therapy for individuals and groups, and coordinate referrals for patients. Responsibilities also include providing leadership and training to staff related to chemical dependency issues and serving as a subject matter expert in the cross-functional treatment team.FHCSD Offers You:Sign-on bonus
of $2,000, to be paid after 6 months of service.Retention bonus
up to 15% of annual pay to a max of $10,000, to be paid after one year of service.Loan repayment & scholarships
up to $25,000 - available for a limited time through partnership with HCAi (Ca Dept of Health Care Access and Information).Responsibilities:Completes all required documentation accurately, in a timely manner, and thoroughly in accordance with department standards; documentation complies with patients' insurance requirements.Develops and maintains community resources information and contacts related to assigned patient population. Acts as a liaison and may provide consultations with community agencies.Participates in the design and implementation of mental health and substance abuse service delivery, working closely with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.Provides direct substance abuse counseling services, including crisis intervention and individual, group, and family counseling, targeting assigned patient population groups experiencing substance abuse/dependency disorders. Provides support and assistance to maintain patients' treatment and recovery.Provides substance abuse education and referral information to patients, families, and other staff members in the areas of substance abuse counseling and treatment services.Provides substance abuse screening and assessments. Participates in the development of patients' individualized care plans. Assesses patients' need for enrollment in medical, self-help programs, outpatient services, and/or residential facilities and makes referrals, if necessary.Performs other duties as assigned.Requirements:Registered Intern status or certification/registration from a California State Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Services certifying agency required.High School diploma (or GED equivalent) required.Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training required.1 year experience in providing counseling required; 2 years of experience providing counseling to assigned patient demographics, such as patients diagnosed with serious mental illness or HIV, preferred.Bilingual English/Spanish may be required depending on site/location.Ability and means to travel as needed in a timely manner within San Diego County. DRIVER REQUIREMENTS: Requires an active Class C California driver's license, proof of liability insurance at $100,000, on vehicle used. No more than 2 points in past 12 months; No suspensions in last 2 years for moving violations; No DUI, reckless or felony Driving within 5 years. No license revocation in 7 years.Rewards:Job type: Regular Full TimeCompetitive Salary with Excellent BenefitsRetirement Plan with Employer MatchPaid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid HolidaysMedical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life InsuranceEmployee Discounts and Wellness ProgramsThe successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to community medicine and providing culturally competent care to the medically underserved.In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base range for this position, exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses: $27.50 - $33.50.If you are hired at Family Health Centers of San Diego, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, jurisdictional requirements, skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is what we reasonably expect to pay for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a generous compensation and benefits package (more information on our benefits offerings is available here: FHCSD Wellness - Employee Hub (gobenefits.net))
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