Key Facts

Remote From:

Category: Teacher

Full time

English

Hard Skills

Substance Abuse Assessments Group Therapy Mental Health Counseling Intake Interview Clinical Documentation Student Record Maintenance Instructional Design Relapse Prevention

Other Skills

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Communication
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Empathy
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Professionalism
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Time Management
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Organizational Skills

Roles & Responsibilities

Experience in counseling or related field
Ability to conduct intake assessments and client interviews (face-to-face)
Proficiency in documenting case notes and maintaining accurate records of attendance, participation, and course completion
Experience teaching DUI education classes (First and Multiple Offender classes) and facilitating group education sessions

Requirements:

Conduct intake interviews and assess clients’ alcohol and other drug problems (face-to-face) and perform timely assessments
Lead and facilitate individual and group counseling sessions and teach First and Multiple Offender DUI classes
Complete and submit client case notes promptly; maintain accurate records of attendance, participation, and course completion
Promote safe and responsible driving; help clients develop tools to maintain an alcohol- and drug-free lifestyle; attend staff meetings and complete other duties as assigned

AACI (Asian Americans for Community Involvement)

About AACI (Asian Americans for Community Involvement)

AACI (Asian Americans for Community Involvement), founded in 1973, serves individuals and families with cultural humility, sensitivity and respect, advocating for and serving the marginalized and ethnic communities in Santa Clara County. AACI’s staff of 200+ speak over 40 different languages and dialects to best serve our diverse community. Our mission is to strengthen the resilience and hope of our diverse community members by improving their health and well-being. Our vision for the future is that everyone in our diverse community is healthy, safe and well. Our many programs address the health and well-being of the individual and advances our belief in providing care that goes beyond just health, but also provides people a sense of hope and new possibilities. Current programs include behavioral and primary health services, substance abuse prevention and treatment, center for survivors of torture, shelter and services for domestic violence and human trafficking survivors, senior center, youth programs, and community advocacy. For more information, please visit www.aaci.org or call (408) 975-2730. All are welcome at AACI. AACI strives to foster a climate of purposeful inclusion, an environment where all can feel safe, valued, and cared for. We celebrate the diversity of our clients and employees, and strive to provide services in a way that acknowledges and honors differences in: sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, ethnicity, national origin, range of abilities, and/or financial means.

Company type: SME

Founded: 2018

Company size: 201 - 500

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Job description

Counselor provides essential support and guidance to individuals charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI). Responsibilities include Conducting intake assessments and interviews for new clients; facilitating group and individual counseling sessions and educational classes, promoting safe and responsible driving practices, and helping individuals develop the tools and support they need to maintain an alcohol- and drug-free lifestyle.

Duties and responsibilities

Lead individual and/or group education and training sessions about the negative consequences of driving under influence.
Teach First and Multiple Offender classes.
Conduct intake interviews with clients, face to face interviews, and conduct assessments of participants’ alcohol and other drug problems efficiently and promptly.
Complete and submit all client case notes from assessment interviews and group sessions in a timely manner.
Maintain accurate records of attendance, participation, and course completion.
Attend DUI staff meetings as required.
Complete other duties and related projects as assigned.