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CARE Youth Treatment Counselor

Date : March 20, 2008
Agency : AADAP, Inc
Job Title : CARE Youth Treatment Counselor
Salary : Commensurate Upon Experience
Effective Date : Effective Immediately
Opening Position : One (1) - Full-time
Submit Resumes to :
Miriam Ruiz, Youth Outpatient Coordinator
13931 South Van Ness Ave. Suite 202,
Gardena, CA. 90249
Fax: 310.768.4170

A. SUMMARY STATEMENT:

The CARE Assessor/Youth Treatment Counselor, under the supervision of the Adolescent Treatment Coordinator, conducts assessments, outreach, direct services, and case management services to youth and their families with the SPA 8 Adolescent Intervention and Treatment and Recovery Program.

B. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. INTAKE AND ASSESSMENT SERVICES (60%):
   1. Screen calls and walk-in clients to determine appropriate CARE and AOD services.
   2. Complete all necessary screening and intake eligibility forms.
   3. Request CARE assessment vouchers and schedule appointments with various referral sources.
   4. Conduct comprehensive assessment of each participant to determine treatment voucher category and provider.
   5. Collect and input GPRA data and follow up.
   6. Complete monthly CARE billing from assessments and coordination of services.
2. CONDUCT TREATMENT AND ADVOCACY SERVICES FOR PROJECT PARTICIPANTS (30%):
   1. Manage caseload as assigned.
   2. Conduct diagnostic assessment and develop treatment plan.
   3. Implement treatment plan to include: individual, group, and family counseling services.
   4. Coordinate support services.
   5. Maintain files and records according to agency, county, state, and federal guidelines.
   6. Submit other reports as assigned.
3. OUTREACH AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT (10%):
   1. Conduct outreach to youth and families, particularly those who are underserved or difficult to reach.
   2. Participate in community-based planning, as appropriate (eg. SPA 8 Council meetings).
   3. Engage youth in community organizing and leadership development activities.
   4. Perform other agency duties as assigned.

C. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES):

1. REQUIREMENTS:
   1. Must have State Alcohol and Drug Counseling Certification approved by ADP.
   2. Four-year college education related to field or equivalent work experience related to field.
   3. Permanent resident or U.S. citizen; proof of work eligibility upon hiring.
   4. Valid California Drivers License with proof of Automobile Liability Insurance
   5. At least three years of recovery or a drug free lifestyle as of the date of the application.
   6. Ability to work with people of diverse cultural, educational, social, and economic backgrounds.
   7. Demonstrated knowledge and skill in computer operations.
   8. Complete a physical examination and TB test within one (1) week of date of hire.
   9. Pass a criminal background check to work with children and adolescents.
2. OPTIONAL REQUIREMENTS OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
   1. Obtain a class B drivers license within four (4) months of date of hire.
3. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
   1. Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work/related field or Certification in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling and two (2) years of youth treatment services.
   2. Ability to work effectively with people of diverse cultures and economic backgrounds.
   3. Spanish language spoken and/or written.
   4. Strong time management and organizational skills.

AADAP, INC. IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND ADHERES TO HIRING PRACTICES IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL AND STATE REGULATIONS.

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The Asian American Drug Abuse Program | AADAP, Inc.
Main Office: 2900 S. Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, California 90016
Phone: (323) 293-6284 | Fax: (323) 295-4075

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