Alcohol and Other Drug Services Counselor I and II

County of Sonoma

Santa Rosa, CA

Alcohol and Other Drug Services Counselor I and II

Salary: $80,604.57 - $107,257.10 Annually

Closing Date: Continuous

Make a positive difference in our community as an Alcohol and Other Drug Services Counselor I or II with the County of Sonoma!

Alcohol and Other Drug Services Counselor I - https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sonoma/jobs/5089577/alcohol-and-other-drug-services-counselor-i?page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Alcohol and Other Drug Services Counselor II - https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sonoma/jobs/5089585/alcohol-and-other-drug-services-counselor-ii?page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

The Department of Health Services is currently recruiting to fill two full-time monolingual (English), one part-time monolingual (English), and one part-time fluent bilingual (English/Spanish) Alcohol and Other Drug Services (AODS) Counselor positions at either the I or II levels. If you are interested in being considered for both levels of this opportunity, you will need to apply to the separate, concurrent recruitment being conducted for each level. As an AODS Counselor, you will provide essential services to individuals, be responsible for case management, provide crisis assessment and counseling, and educate others in the community. As an AODS Counselor, your responsibilities may include:

• Delivering case management, counseling, and evaluations for program participants

Screening and assessing clients to determine appropriate treatment needs

• Facilitating individual and group counseling sessions and providing referrals for any additional services needed

• Preparing accurate and timely documentation, including court reports, client records, and program evaluations

• Fostering positive relationships with community partners, including schools, to provide ongoing education and support to youth and adults

• Conducting diversion services, regular audits, and quality assurance checks on files and caseloads

• Administering alcohol testing using breathalyzer equipment when necessary

• Upholding ethical and professional standards in all aspects of client interaction and case management

What We Offer

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:

• Hiring Incentive*** - (Prorated based on FTE) The Department of Health Services is currently offering a $15,000signing bonus paid over three installments during the first two years of service

• Bilingual Premium Pay**- An additional $1.50/hour on top of the hourly pay rate for fluent bilingual positions

• Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities weserve may be available depending on the assignment (available for DUI Program position only)

• Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good workperformance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top ofthe salary range

• Career Advancement - With time and good performance, the opportunity for advancement to Alcohol and OtherDrug Services Counselor II (

$42.28 - $51.39/hour)

• Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals and 12 paid holidays

• County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only andemployee + family health plan options

• Staff Development/Wellness - Annual benefit allowances of up to $850 and ongoing education/trainingopportunities

• Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirementhealth insurance/benefits

• Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security

• Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment

• Student Loan Debt Relief – County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through theU.S. Department of Education

Learn more and apply:  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sonoma

*Salary is negotiable within the established range for the position and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit www. yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.