Alcohol - Drug Abuse Cnslr Reg.

Description

SUD Counselor (Registered) – KVSAP

Location: Tulare, CA

Position Type: Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $22.52–$23.89 per hour

Program: Methadone / Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) | Reports to: Clinical Supervisor

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At Kings View, every role contributes to something bigger — improving lives and strengthening communities. We are committed to providing behavioral health and social services to those with limited resources, guided by compassion, excellence, and respect.

Position Overview:

The Registered Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor provides individual and group counseling, recovery support, and case management to clients enrolled in methadone maintenance and other medication-assisted treatment (MAT) programs. Working under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor, this position manages an assigned caseload, conducts assessments, develops and updates treatment plans, monitors progress, and collaborates with the treatment team to support recovery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage an assigned caseload and provide individual counseling, group counseling, case management, and recovery education.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans; complete initial assessments and plans within 28 days of admission.
• Review and update treatment plans at least every three months or as needed; complete discharge summaries within 30 days of discharge.
• Monitor participation, attendance, client progress, and adherence to treatment and program requirements.
• Maintain accurate and timely progress notes, treatment plans, drug-screening records, and other required documentation; submit plans and requests for Clinical Supervisor review.
• Collect urine specimens and administer other drug screening procedures as assigned and consistent with clinic protocols.
• Coordinate care with medical, counseling, and administrative staff and communicate with referral agencies and other partners as appropriate.
• Assist with financial assessments, fee collection, and client payment schedules as assigned.
• Follow applicable MAT program requirements, Title 9 and Title 22 regulations, HIPAA, and substance-use confidentiality requirements.
• Participate in supervision, team meetings, required training, and professional development; follow safety and crisis response protocols.

What You’ll Bring:

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current SUD counselor registration in good standing with a California DHCS-recognized certifying organization at the time of hire.
• Ability to complete required continuing education/training and maintain registration.
• Valid California Class C driver’s license, as required by the job description.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 2,080 hours of related experience, or an associate degree / 60 college semester units emphasizing behavioral or social sciences.
• Knowledge of MAT, methadone/buprenorphine treatment, counseling methods, treatment planning, and SUD program operations.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary treatment teams, documentation systems, and client-centered recovery services.

Required Skills:

Strong communication, counseling, organization, recordkeeping, and teamwork skills; ability to manage competing priorities, safeguard confidential information, maintain professional boundaries, and respond calmly to challenging situations.

Professional Attributes:

Compassionate, nonjudgmental, patient, dependable, adaptable, detail-oriented, and committed to respectful, recovery-focused services.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Employment is subject to applicable program and organizational screening and credential verification requirements. Candidates must maintain required registration and other qualifications throughout employment.

Work Environment:

Work is primarily in a clinical treatment setting, with individual and group counseling, electronic documentation, and regular contact with clients and the multidisciplinary care team. Some situations may be emotionally demanding or require adherence to crisis and safety protocols.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Kings View is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ADA Statement:

Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.