Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Job overview

The Substance Use Disorder Counselor is an onsite, part-time position serving the East Bay/Oakland area, with work hours varying by contract. The listed annual compensation is $49,920–$66,560. The counselor supports Sober State’s programs as part of a multidisciplinary team under program supervisor oversight. The counselor provides substance use screening, assessment, education, and counseling through individual, group, and family sessions. The role also supports participant recovery through treatment planning, case management, documentation, referrals, and coordination with program staff and Regional Center service coordinators.

What you'll do

• Conduct community-based individual, group, and collateral counseling in clients’ residences, safe public areas, or a local Sober State office
• provide substance use screening and assessments, education, and counseling
• complete intake assessments and treatment plans
• maintain caseloads, progress notes, electronic records, service documentation, and referrals
• participate in case conferences, supervision, training, and staff meetings
• provide crisis intervention as needed and follow mandated and incident reporting protocols
• conduct non-observed drug testing and record results
• collaborate with Regional Center service coordinators. Peer mentoring may be part of the role.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

substance use disorder counselor

east bay/oakland

sober state

part-time

$49,920-$66,560/year

individual counseling

group counseling

family sessions

substance use screening

treatment planning

case management

crisis intervention

regional center coordination

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance and flexible schedule.

Why this role

Requires registration or certification through CAADE, CADTP, CCAPP, or CalMHSA Peer Support Specialist certification, plus experience or training related to disabled populations. Benefits listed include health insurance and a flexible schedule.

About the employer

SOBER STATE LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.