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The Salvation Army USA Western Territory

Lead Counselor

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory, Pasadena, California, United States, 91122

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Overview

Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is a no-fee program to assist men & women in their journey to living clean and/or sober. We are grateful for the contributions our valued employees toward the maintenance and effectiveness of our program. We are indebted to and dependent on the diligence and devotion of its employees. Become part of the dedicated Program Team at The Salvation Army! Together we can continue to serve and impact our local community, through the commitment to "Do The Most Good" at our Adult Rehabilitation Program. Employee Benefits Offered

Opportunity for career growth

Paid time off

Employee Discounts

Employee Referral Bonuses

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Retirement Plan

AFLAC

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Position : LEAD COUNSELOR

You will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following, under the direction of the Center Administrator: managing the Program staff, providing counseling care and education directly to clients, and promoting a climate for effective performance and learning. Encouragement is given to continue to seek experience and training to enhance effectiveness with those served.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES A. PERSONNEL AND STAFFING

Recruit adequate staff for each program need in cooperation with the ARC HR coordinator, and in accordance with ARC and TSA policies

Recruit, train, and utilize community volunteers appropriately and effectively

Hold weekly program meetings to assure communication and team support

B. INTAKE OPERATIONS

Ensure intake operations are developed and operated with ARC standards

Ensure all paperwork and data entry is performed as dictated by ARCC and conform with local requirements

C. CURRICULUM

Ensure curriculum is compliant with ARC standards

Ensure appropriate teaching objectives and outlines are utilized

Ensure appropriate teachers are recruited for all classes

Ensure one-on-one counseling (minimum bi-weekly) and group process counseling (weekly) is done

D. INTERN PROGRAM

Network with local colleges and universities to recruit interns

Adequately train interns

Supervise and/or arrange supervision of interns

Assign counseling and teaching assignments to each intern

E. COUNSELING

Assist beneficiaries to understand and overcome social and emotional problems through individual and process group counseling

Keep beneficiary files current with proper documentation of counseling and class activities

Develop individual Rehabilitation Plans for beneficiaries seen in counseling

Assist assigned beneficiaries in preparation for 3 and 5-month reviews

Conduct Christian education classes as assigned

Lead other groups or classes

Teach classes in the program's educational component

Attend weekly Case Conference and provide input

Provide and maintain counseling statistics for monthly Program reports

Document and maintain appropriate Progress Notes in beneficiary files

Assess spiritual needs and make referrals to Chaplain as needed

Attend at least one Wednesday night chapel service each month

Serve as back-up to other counselors as needed

Support other staff of the Program Department as able

Monitor overtime; all overtime must be approved by Administrator or designee

F. OTHER DUTIES

Cooperate with the Administrator to mutually develop the most successful program

Ensure program department remains compliant with ARCC review standards

Travel to events in the area and territory

Perform other duties as assigned by the ARC Administrator

QUALIFICATIONS

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor or Bachelor2s degree plus 3 years work/volunteer experience in the substance abuse field

1-year experience teaching or presenting material pertaining to Rehabilitation from addiction

Valid Driver's License and Clean MVR

Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Access) with ability to learn additional software

Age 21 or above

Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail

Ability to make critical decisions and work with minimal supervision

Ability to track multiple tasks efficiently and complete them professionally and timely

Professional judgment and integrity in maintaining confidentiality

Commitment to the philosophy and goals of The Salvation Army ARC Program

Active Christian worldview

If in recovery, must have 3 years of continuous sobriety

No evidence of existing chemical dependency

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, climb, or twist as needed

Ability to grasp, push, pull office equipment

Ability to communicate clearly on the telephone

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs

Ability to perform various repetitive motion tasks

Education & Experience Education: High School or Equivalent (required); Bachelors (required)

Experience: Valid Driver's License and Clean MVR (required); 1 year: Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (required); 1 year: Teaching or presenting material pertaining to rehabilitation from addiction (required); 3 years: Experience in the substance abuse field (required)

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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