Counselor II: SolMar Residential

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Counselor II supports the SolMar Retreat and Hoag Addiction Treatment Center (HATC) treatment team in the assessment, treatment planning, referral recommendations, discharge planning, education and direct therapeutic intervention for patient and their families throughout the course of treatment. Supports the goals of the patient’s treatment plan and assists in the clinical care and case management. Coordinates care with outside providers by referrals when necessary. Performs other duties as assigned

Chemical Dependency and HATC: In addition to the above, performs focused collaboration with the medical team, admissions and the utilization review team. 

SolMar Retreat: In addition to the above, Counselor II assists with admissions and discharges, assuring all admissions and discharge documents are signed. Conducts Screenings/ intake assessments as needed and within the incidental medical services (IMS) guidelines found in the IMS policies and procedures manual. Provides client with an orientation about the program, rules, and a tour of the unit, including: their room as assigned. Assist on searching belongings at the time of admission as well as random room searches in residential level of care. Intervenes as an advocate for clients or patients to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.

Conducts group counseling sessions and manages group sessions as assigned. Leads/ facilitates lectures for clients. Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, group counseling sessions, treatment, and incidents are completed in a timely and in a clear concise manner. Participate in case conferences, staff meetings. Lead and coordinate the community meeting for clients (residential level of care). Assists and encourages clients to participate in self-help groups, such as AA/NA. Communicates with HCP/physician, Nurse Practitioner and Supervisor of Addiction Care regarding physician orders, prescriptions and refills as needed. Observes self-administration of medications and document in client EMR.

Documents daily living activities and vital information. Records patient behaviors and inform Supervisor of Addiction Care and Clinical Manager of any changes in behavior. Receives and presents change of shift reports as assigned. 

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High School Graduate or equivalent required. Associate degree in Behavioral Science or Allied Mental Health preferred.
• Two years minimum experience in addiction/behavioral health required.
• Three years of experience in addiction/behavioral health environment preferred.
• Working knowledge of CARF and/or JCAHO accreditation standards required.
• Knowledge of the 12-step, Smart Recovery and other treatment models required.
• Knowledge of HIPPA required.
• SolMar Retreat: In addition, knowledge and understanding of incidental medical services/MAT per IMS policies and procedures required.

License Required

• N/A

License Preferred

• N/A

Certifications Required

• CATC II - Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor II
• or CATC III - Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor III
• or CATC IV - Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor IV
• or CADC II - Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II
• or CADC III - Certified Alcolhol and Drug Counselor III
• or LAADC - Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor
• BLS-AHA Basic Life Support required at hire.
• The CADC-CAS Certification is accepted and grandfathered for employees hired before 8/1/2021. These employees have one year to acquire the CATC II, or CADC II, or LAADC.
• SolMar Retreat: In addition, must have a current negative TB test and health screen report or questionnaire clearance by a physician prior to employment. The tuberculosis test shall be conducted under licensed medical supervision not more than 45 working days prior to employment and renewed annually from the date of the last TB test. Required.

Certifications Preferred

• N/A

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is a nonprofit regional health care delivery network in Orange County, California, consisting of three acute-care hospitals with sixteen urgent care centers, eleven health centers and a network of more than1,800 physicians, 100 allied health members, 8,000 employees, and 2,000 volunteers. More than 30,000 inpatients and 550,000 outpatients choose Hoag each year.

For over 70 years, Hoag has delivered a level of personalized care that is unsurpassed among Orange County’s health care providers. Since 1952, Hoag has served the local communities and continues its mission to provide the highest quality health care services through the core strategies of quality and service, people, physician partnerships, strategic growth, financial stewardship, community benefit and philanthropy.

Hoag offers a comprehensive blend of health care services including six institutes providing specialized care in the areas of cancer, heart and vascular, neurosciences, women's health, orthopedics, and digestive health through our institutes.

Hoag was the highest ranked hospital in Orange County in the 2024-2025 U.S. News &World Report, the only Orange County hospital ranked in the top 10 for California. The organization was ranked the #5 hospital in the Los Angeles Metro Area and the #10 hospital in California.

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Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.