Common Goals, Inc.

256 Buena Vista St. Ste#100

Grass Valley, CA 95945

530-274-2000

Location of Position:

145 Bost Ave

Grass Valley, CA 95959

Contact Information

Gwen Festersen

Gwen.f@commongoalsinc.org

530-274-2000

Common Goals, Inc. is an Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Rehab facility, offering clients services which include groups, one on one counseling and housing for those in Recovery. Common Goals has been in business in the Grass Valley area for the past 20 years. We are currently hiring for our new Inpatient Facility and are looking for someone that is highly motivated to join our fast-paced environment.

Position: Inpatient SUD Counselor Intern

Hours: 40 hours per week

Schedule: TBD, some weekends required and variable shifts (differential offered for NOC)

Pay: Minimum starting pay $19 an hour

Benefits: Health benefits include, Anthem for Medical, Humana for Vision, Dental & Life, Aflac, and Cal Savers. Common Goals offers 7 paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick time.

Qualifications

· If in recovery must have at least 2 years clean time

· Must be able to pass a drug test

· The minimum requirement for this position is registration with an authorized certifying organization

· Knowledge in Excel, Word, EHR and other basic computer skills

· Must be compassionate and have good emotional regulation

Job Description

The primary job of our counselor interns is to assure that all SUD clients receive quality, appropriate and timely care. Meeting these responsibilities will be attained by following these core counseling competencies with the high standards expected at Common Goals, Inc.

Responsibilities

1. Screening/Intake/Orientation

2. Assessments/ Treatment Planning/Counseling

3. Case Management/Reporting/Consultation

4. Counselor Interns will provide group education and process services following evidence-based practices or following directive of management.

5. Counselor Interns will maintain the highest standards through continuing education and individualized approach to client’s problems. Meet or exceed all Drug Medi-Cal Standards, all DHCS standards, and any other standards set down by overseeing entities. Meet or exceed all Drug Medi-Cal Standards, all DHCS standards, and any other standards set by overseeing entities.

6. Counselor Interns are expected to complete their education through their Certifying Organization and are expected to complete their Common Goals Inc Trainee program under the supervision of the Program Director.

7. Counselor Interns will be conducting observed UA screenings (UA Tests, collecting samples). They are required to complete all paperwork and adhere to all procedures and protocols.

8. Other duties as assigned.