Substance Abuse Counselor - County of Contra Costa, California
Contra Costa County, CA
About the Job
The Board of Supervisors have authorized the following future salary increases for this classification:
5% on July 1, 2025
Contra Costa Health is offering an excellent career opportunity for qualified individuals interested in several Substance Abuse Counselor positions. Substance Abuse Counselors work at the Alcohol and Other Drugs unit within the Behavioral Health Division. The candidates selected will engage in a variety of counseling and prevention activities targeted at individuals, groups, and families experiencing or at high risk for problems related to substance abuse.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record demonstrating the following:
- Ability to use provide counseling and related family counseling and education
- Ability to communicate effectively with people experiencing anxiety, stress and depression
- Knowledge of the current substance abuse methods and techniques of individual and group counseling
Characteristics of the ideal candidate:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Acknowledge and respect cultural and linguistic differences of the County's diverse population
Read the complete job description at www.cccounty.us/hr.
The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.
The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Agency: Health Services - Only
Location: Contra Costa County
Source : County of Contra Costa, California
