WHO WE ARE: We are more than a nonprofit organization. We are a ministry of service that includes nearly 600 paid, professional employees dedicated to helping those in need to rebuild their lives and reach their full potential. Founded locally in 1911, the Northern California & Northern Nevada affiliate of Volunteers of America (VOA-NCNN) is one of the largest providers of social services in the region, operating more than 40 programs including housing, employment services, substance abuse, and recovery services to families, individuals, veterans, seniors, and youth. In fact, VOA-NCNN provides shelter or housing to over 4,000 men, women, and children every night.
OUR MISSION: To change individual lives, instill hope, increase self-worth and facilitate independence through quality housing, employment, and related supportive services. Volunteers of America Northern California & Northern Nevada inspires self-sufficiency, dignity, and hope by providing critical health and human services to thousands of vulnerable individuals and families across Northern California & Northern Nevada.
PROGRAM AND LOCATION: VOA-NCNN, a Certified Great Place to Work, is recruiting for a full-timeAOD Counselor for the Adolfo Housing Program at our Mather Community Campus. Full-time employees (working 30 or more hours a week) are eligible for a benefits package that includes paid holidays, vacation, sick pay, health, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance coverage.
The AOD Counselor is responsible for the efficient and compassionate operation of the program, assuring quality service to all residents through the coordination of program functions and specific assistance to other program staff. By successfully collaborating with partner service providers and Adolfo staff, the AOD Counselor is responsible for assuring quality service to all residents and the performance of all other daily work duties as it relates to overall organizational operations. Objectives include supportive interaction with program participant families and team members, assessment of participant’s needs, and performance of all work duties as required. Work is performed in a cost-effective and service-oriented manner as it relates to established organizational standards.
Responsible for performing daily work requirements to achieve established objectives of the department.
Responsible for assistance with client development.
Responsible for all areas of daily program maintenance in compliance with company policies.
Responsible for training and development of new staff.
Responsible for self-development.
EQUIVALENT EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or a related field is preferred. This position requires Registered Recovery Worker qualification. Certified AOD Counselor with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience working within the AOD field is preferred. This position requires demonstrated ability to communicate and comprehend oral and written instructions and to provide services to clients without ethnic or social prejudices. It requires general knowledge of issues and challenges unique to emancipated former foster youth, homelessness, substance abuse, cultural diversity, and people with disabilities. Specific knowledge and experience with Twelve Step philosophy, addiction and recovery, and dysfunctional family dynamics is preferred. Must be able to utilize a range of interventions to work with clients with varying needs and levels of functioning. Must have the flexibility to work irregular hours and have the willingness to function as a team member. Computer skills required. Valid California driver's license and ability to meet the organization’s insurance carrier guidelines are required. Must pass all required background clearances in accordance with agency, County, State, and federal standards. CPR/First Aid certification is required within 90 days of employment. Completion and maintenance of all required training and health clearances.
SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED:
Teamwork skills
Oral and written communication skills
Computer Skills (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook)
Ability to de-escalate situations and assist residents and staff in emergency situations
Organizational skills
Analytical and decision-making ability
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and stoop throughout the workday
Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds
Ability to travel between campus and community locations as needed
Able to climb stairs as required
USD $43.00 - USD $43.00 /Hr.
Volunteers of America is a national, nonprofit, faith-based organization providing local human service programs, as well as opportunities for individual and community involvement.
Established locally in 1911, Volunteers of America Northern California & Northern Nevada's ongoing mission to reach and uplift all people has expanded to include families with children, seniors, the homeless, former foster youth, and people with substance abuse issues. Our goal? To end homelessness, support the most vulnerable populations and transform the community into a better place.
Our professional staff currently operates more than 40 locally managed and delivered programs. Services provided include food and shelter, counseling, independent living and parenting skills, substance-abuse treatment and rehabilitation, and job training. Learn more about us.
