Mental Health Systems
Counselor RA Advisor AOD
Job Title: Counselor RA Advisor AOD
Company: Mental Health Systems
Pay Base pay: $23.00/hr – $25.00/hr. Pay is based on skills and experience.
Job Summary Recommend and assist access to medical, educational, social, vocational, housing, and more to support program goals. Initiate referrals to next level care, coordinate with physical health providers for whole‑person care, and advocate in the best interest of clients.
Responsibilities
Provide case management with crisis intervention, discharge plan, group & individual work, mental health/substance use counseling, screening, and assist clients in meeting basic needs and symptom management.
Complete accurate and timely documentation, meet minimum billable requirements for direct client services if contractually required.
Facilitate placement including pre‑placement visits, and transportation as needed.
Shift coverage including part of the on‑call team.
Provide field‑based services as required by program and client need.
Maintain confidentiality of client’s care.
Participate in scheduled program meetings.
Offer medications as scheduled or as needed, complete accurate medication compliance and medication data entry.
Conduct observed, baseline and random drug testing.
Monitor and observe health and safety of residential and withdrawal management participants.
Conduct walkthroughs and property searches.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Registered or Certified from a recognized AOD certifying board (CCAPP, CADTP, CAADE) is required.
Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance per contract requirements.
Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder services preferred.
Cultural competency understanding required.
Bilingual preferred.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.
CPR/First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire and bi‑annual thereafter.
Physical Requirements ☒ Seeing • ☒ Hearing • ☒ Speaking • ☒ Stooping/Bending • ☒ Working in cramped spaces • ☒ Moving around facility • ☒ Moving between offices/clients • ☒ Driving – light errands • ☐ Climbing • ☒ Lifting/carrying heavy items • ☒ Driving – in the course of job duties • ☐ Using hands/fingers • ☐ Pushing/pulling/dragging items • ☒ Standing for long periods • ☒ Sitting for long periods • ☐ Working outside/underground
Other Duties This job description isn’t a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EEO Statement TURN is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, and sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions).
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Mental Health Care
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Company: Mental Health Systems
Pay Base pay: $23.00/hr – $25.00/hr. Pay is based on skills and experience.
Job Summary Recommend and assist access to medical, educational, social, vocational, housing, and more to support program goals. Initiate referrals to next level care, coordinate with physical health providers for whole‑person care, and advocate in the best interest of clients.
Responsibilities
Provide case management with crisis intervention, discharge plan, group & individual work, mental health/substance use counseling, screening, and assist clients in meeting basic needs and symptom management.
Complete accurate and timely documentation, meet minimum billable requirements for direct client services if contractually required.
Facilitate placement including pre‑placement visits, and transportation as needed.
Shift coverage including part of the on‑call team.
Provide field‑based services as required by program and client need.
Maintain confidentiality of client’s care.
Participate in scheduled program meetings.
Offer medications as scheduled or as needed, complete accurate medication compliance and medication data entry.
Conduct observed, baseline and random drug testing.
Monitor and observe health and safety of residential and withdrawal management participants.
Conduct walkthroughs and property searches.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Registered or Certified from a recognized AOD certifying board (CCAPP, CADTP, CAADE) is required.
Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance per contract requirements.
Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder services preferred.
Cultural competency understanding required.
Bilingual preferred.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.
CPR/First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire and bi‑annual thereafter.
Physical Requirements ☒ Seeing • ☒ Hearing • ☒ Speaking • ☒ Stooping/Bending • ☒ Working in cramped spaces • ☒ Moving around facility • ☒ Moving between offices/clients • ☒ Driving – light errands • ☐ Climbing • ☒ Lifting/carrying heavy items • ☒ Driving – in the course of job duties • ☐ Using hands/fingers • ☐ Pushing/pulling/dragging items • ☒ Standing for long periods • ☒ Sitting for long periods • ☐ Working outside/underground
Other Duties This job description isn’t a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EEO Statement TURN is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, and sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions).
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Mental Health Care
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