Join Our Team as a Substance Abuse Counselor!

Company: Mental Health Clinic, Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton

Location: Camp Pendleton, CA

Schedule: Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays, for shifts ranging from 8.5 to 10.5 hours between 0600 to 1800 hours. Shifts include a 30-minute or 1-hour uncompensated meal break, depending on shift length. HCWs will not exceed 80 hours per two-week period.

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree: Certificate.
• Education: Graduate from a behavioral science program with specialized training in substance abuse and chemical dependency treatment.
• Certification: Maintain national certification credential by NAADAC, NBCC, or IC&RC/AODA.
• Experience: Minimum one year as a Substance Abuse Counselor after graduation.
• License: Current, full, active, and unrestricted Certified Addictions Counselor license.

Core Duties:

• Provide comprehensive Certified Addiction Counselor duties, including medical care treatment and patient education.
• Obtain and provide relevant information to facilitate treatment and program development.
• Conduct assessments of substance abuse and addiction.
• Identify and document medical consequences of substance use, including withdrawal and detoxification.
• Facilitate patient placement and management within the continuum of care model.

Additional Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years within the preceding 4 years as a Substance Abuse Counselor in a Rehabilitation Program serving male and female clients.
• References: Provide two letters of reference within the preceding two years from a manager, director, or direct supervisor of a Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program, attesting to clinical skills in counseling males and females.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Make a difference in the lives of individuals struggling with substance abuse.
• Professional Growth: Expand your skills and expertise in a supportive environment.
• Mission-Driven: Contribute to the important mission of supporting mental health in the military community.
• Benefits: Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.