Recovery Home (Women's) Certified/Registered Alcohol & Drug Counselor (NIGHT SHIFT)
Company: MAAC
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description OVERNIGHT POSITION: from 9:30pm
to 6:30am! Hourly Rate DOE/Q Certified Counselor I $24.47-$27.69
Certified Counselor II $26.40-$29.87 Registered Counselor
$20.50-$23.20 All probationary, full-time, and part-time MAAC
Counselors are eligible for reimbursement of registered and
certified counseling credentialing. As part of our team, we are
here to support your professional growth from day one! OUR STORY
Since 1965, MAAC has been maximizing self-sufficiency with families
and individuals through high-quality programs and advocacy in our
communities. MAAC employs dedicated staff who provide life-changing
services to thousands of individuals annually through programs in
five core focus areas: Education, Economic Development, Health &
Wellbeing, Housing, and Advocacy & Leadership Development. Through
a wide variety of programs, MAAC has grown to become one of the
largest nonprofit social service organizations in the community.
Learn more about the great things happening with MAAC at
http://www.maacproject.org/ DEFINITION If assigned to the DUI
program and/or classroom education - Under direct supervision, the
incumbent is responsible for the case management of individuals who
have been convicted of offenses for “driving under the influence”
of alcohol and/or drugs and who have been sentenced by the Courts
to receive treatment services provided by MAAC; performs related
duties as assigned. If assigned to a recovery home program – Under
direct supervision, the incumbent is responsible for the daily
operations and residents at a residential recovery home; performs
case management functions and provides recovery-oriented treatment
and support services to residents; facilitates and conducts
one-on-one and group counseling sessions and workshops for
residents on a variety of subjects; performs related duties as
assigned. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties listed
below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of
work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of
duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is
similar, related or a logical assignment to this class. Screens
program applicants for admission or referral to another treatment
facility or program. Conducts comprehensive assessments of
applicant substance abuse history, family, health, medical needs,
employment and educational background. Evaluates and determines
program options for applicants with the Program Managers. Schedules
and conducts applicant interviews; intakes and discharges
residents; terminates residents from program as necessary. Performs
case management record keeping tasks; assists in preparing required
program performance reports; maintains and updates center waiting
lists; prepares and types correspondence; creates resident files
and applicant/resident information. Develops, revises and updates
individual recovery plans (IRPs) with residents that establish
specific treatment goals. Regularly meets with residents to track
progress and prepares resident progress reports. Communicates with
parole officers, probation officers, advocates, and lawyers in
person or by telephone to discuss residents’ status and progress.
Prepares exit plans, discharge summaries and certificates of
completion for residents who have successfully completed the
program; contacts discharged residents for follow-up. Conducts and
facilitates one-on-one and group counseling sessions and workshops
for residents on a variety of subjects, including drug and alcohol
education, domestic violence, psychological and physiological
effects of substance use and addiction, health education,
self-esteem, anger management, relapse prevention, eating disorders
and AA/NA step studies. Transports residents to appointments,
health screenings, and meetings or for emergency purposes; ensures
residents go to all required appointments and meetings. Logs,
dispenses and disposes of prescribed medications for residents.
Conducts urinalysis drug testing on program participants. Collects
resident fees and rent. Plans, schedules and supervises residents’
daily activities, including classes, appointments, outings, special
events and community involvement. Prepares weekly chore lists for
residents and ensures chores are complete. Conducts searches of
resident rooms as needed in accordance with MAAC policies and
applicable legal requirements. Assist in the coordination of
fundraising and community networking activities. Assists with in
menu planning; takes residents shopping for groceries and personal
needs; buys groceries and places orders for food and household
supplies as needed. May be assigned to conduct group and or
education classes in the DUI Program. Maintain compliance with the
requirements for continuing education hours and/or units (CEH or
CEU) as determined by the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs
and/or other regulatory agencies. Performs other related duties as
assigned. QUALITIFICATION/SKILLS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Knowledge of:
Alcoholism and a general understanding of the Twelve Step programs
including Al-anon, Narcotics Anonymous (AA) and Alcoholics
Anonymous (AA).Counseling skills which includes the methodology to
conduct individual interviews and group discussions. Methodology to
assess individual alcohol/drug dependency problems and develop
treatment goals/objectives. Case management skills particularly in
the area of recording participant progress in case records or other
documents as may be required by state, county, or the judicial
system. Principles of case management in a social model, inpatient
treatment setting if assigned to a recovery home. Effective
communication skills to communicate with program participants,
program staff, diverse government agency representatives and
community groups. Community and social service needs of low-income
people and relevant community resources. General office
administration practices and procedures; principles and practices
of sound business communication. Standard business software,
including Word, Outlook, Access, Excel, databases, and use of the
internet. Recordkeeping and filing practices and procedures.
State/County codes, rules and regulations and MAAC policies and
procedures pertaining to the DUI and/or the residential recovery
program. Principles of case management. Demonstrated written and
verbal proficiency in English and Spanish language a plus. Ability
to: Assess individual alcohol/drug dependency problems and develop
treatment goals and objectives. Maintain professional behavior and
act as a role model at the work site and in the community. Respond
to crisis and emergencies which may be alcohol or drug related.
Understand, interpret and respond to client needs and expectations;
explain and enforce applicable laws, codes, policies and
procedures. Assess the participants’ immediate needs and ensure
participants’ receipt of needed services through personal service
or making appropriate referrals. Coordinate activities with outside
jurisdictions and community agencies. Interpret, apply and reach
sound decisions in accordance with rules, regulations and MAAC
policies and procedures. Organize and maintain confidential
participant records and files. Communicate effectively orally and
in writing with a variety of individuals representing diverse
cultures and backgrounds; understand and follow written and oral
instructions; maintain confidentiality of agency documents and
records. Work effectively independently without close supervision;
organize, set priorities, take initiative and exercise sound
independent judgment within areas of responsibility; perform duties
that require high attention to detail and application of rules and
specific procedural requirements. Demonstrate patience,
flexibility, dependability, and creative problem-solving. Operate
modern office equipment including photocopier, calculator, computer
and payroll administration and processing related software.
Exercise appropriate judgment in answering questions and releasing
information; analyze and project consequences of decisions and/or
recommendations. Use tact, discretion, courtesy and patience in
dealing with sensitive and difficult individuals and situations.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency
staff and others encountered in the course of work. Travel is
required and may include attending meetings and/or conferences
outside of the County. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATION
Requirements for placement in these classifications is pursuant to
the requirements of the California Consortium of Addiction Programs
and Professionals Credentialing (CCAPP) and/or California
Association of DUI Treatment Programs Credentialing (CADTP) and may
be subject to change. Continued employment is contingent upon
maintaining registration/certification as outlined below.
Submission of transcripts, certificates, diplomas, verification of
work experience may be required. Requirements for Registered
Counselors: (renewed annually – maximum renewal is five (5) years)
Completion of Nine Hour Orientation Course Complete RADT
Application Signed California SUD Counselor Code of Conduct Signed
RADT Scope of Practice 3 Hours of Ethics and Professional
Boundaries VALUE-BASED BEHAVIORS Listens attentively to others.
Asks clarifying questions to gain a better understanding of the
other person’s views and underlying assumptions Works effectively
in a team environment and actively participates in joint problem
solving; willingly cooperates with co-workers Identifies and takes
advantage of opportunities for personal and professional
development Attends work consistently and punctually. Arrives to
meetings prepared and on time; honors work commitments; follows
through on what was agreed upon; meets deadlines Honors the private
and confidential matters of co-workers. Protects the proprietary
information of MAAC systems Follows rules, regulations, and
policies; positively contributes to implementing changes Deals with
issues directly, in a respectful and timely manner. Focuses on
resolving the issue while not criticizing the person. Follows
rules, regulations, and policies; positively contributes to
implementing changes HEALTH STATUS Must have a physical
examination, TB clearance and a drug screen by a doctor/clinic
designated by MAAC as well as immunization records for influenza*,
pertussis and measles as required by state and federal regulations
prior to the first day of employment. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative
of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties
of this class, an employee is regularly required to stand, walk and
sit, talk or hear both in person and by telephone, uses hands to
finger, handle or feel objects or controls, reach with hands and
arms. An employee also is regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend,
crouch or crawl, climb or balance and lift up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close
vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the
ability to adjust focus. Mental Demands While performing the duties
of this class, the employee is regularly required to use written
and oral communication skills; read and interpret information;
analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret people and
situations; use basic math; learn and apply new information or
skills; work under intensive deadlines and interact with MAAC
management, administrators, staff, teachers, parents, family
members, children and others encountered in the course of work.
BACKGROUND CLEARANCE All positions are subject to a
background/education check, DMV check, NSOR, exclusion and
debarment checks prior to hire and periodically throughout
employment as required by various funding sources. Note: California
Start law requires background criminal checks on anyone who works
in a licensed childcare facility who is not a client. Must have or
obtain a current criminal background check clearance, signed
criminal record statement, and signed Acknowledgement to Report
Child Abuse form prior to the first day of employment.
TRANSPORTATION Must have and maintain a valid California Driver’s
License, daily use of a personal, insured vehicle, and have and
maintain a motor vehicle driving record acceptable to MAAC’s
insurance carrier. Incumbents will be enrolled in the California
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