Supervising Counselor - (CMF)

Company: Amity Foundation
Location: Vacaville
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Amity Foundation , an internationally acclaimed Teaching, and Therapeutic Community is seeking compassionate and enthusiastic individuals with a desire to teach, learn and join our community as a Supervising Counselor. This groundbreaking opportunity will allow you to work with our prison and re-entry programs helping the community and will also enhance your training and experience in the field. About Amity: Amity Foundation is a safe place where people can change in an environment that fosters trust; where new values can be formed; responsibility developed, and lasting relationships built. Amity is dedicated to the inclusion and habilitation of people marginalized by addiction, homelessness, trauma, criminality, incarceration, poverty, racism, sexism, and violence. Amity is committed to research, development implementation, and dissemination of information regarding community building. Remembrance, Resolution, Reconciliation, Restoration, Renewal About the Position: The Supervising Counselor supports the Program Director and Associate Program Director in the day-to-day programming activities, provides direct supervision to the AOD Counselors and OMCP Mentors, and assists in providing program coverage including, but not limited to CBI program components. What you will do: Essential Duties: · Supervise approximately six (6) AOD Counseling/Peer Navigator staff · Evaluate staff performance and provide applicable coaching and training · Track and monitor Contractor staff performance, including implementing corrective measures as needed · Assess and regularly monitor counseling staff progress toward achieving and maintaining a valid AOD certification · Supervise the orientation and intake processes of all participants newly assigned to programming · Approve and monitor SUD relapse prevention/CBI action plan development · Track all participants (names, counselor assignments, readiness to change, progress on plans, program stage, etc.) · Provide training, oversight, and monitoring of all ARMS documentation to ensure compliance with the agreement · Provide training to AOD Counseling staff, including OMCP Mentors · Coordinate and supervise OMCP Mentors assigned to the program · Provide support and resources to ensure OMCP Mentors complete the work?experience portion of certification, including practice of all twelve Core Functions · Provide verification of internship hours for AOD Counseling staff and OMCP Mentors · Verify and record each OMCP Mentor’s monthly internship hours by the 5th of each month using the CDCR OMCP Verification of Internship Hours form in ARMS · Work collaboratively with CDCR/CCHCS headquarters, local institutions, and CDCR?contracted staff · Other duties as assigned. ADA Information: Physical Requirements: · Occasionally adjusts or moves objects up to 50lbs. in all directions. · Constantly remains in a stationary position often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. · Repeats motions that may include the wrists, hands and / or fingers. · Constantly moves from one work yard to another daily. · Frequently walks on hard or uneven surfaces. · Required to communicate verbally and in written form. · Uses all types of vision, such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, to complete daily tasks. · Assesses the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned. · Occasionally required to climb, bend, stretch, reach or stoop. · Required to wear comfortable and location appropriate clothing and shoes. Mental Demands: · Ability to change directions as a priorities shift. · Ability to thrive in environment that require the ability to adapt to changing circumstances, · Ability to cope with occasionally difficult or temperamental students and faculty. · Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress related to the position. Work Conditions: · Generally, in an indoor setting. · Occasionally works in outdoor elements such as precipitation, snow and wind. · Work is in an incarcerated setting. Environmental Conditions: · The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud. · The temperature in the work environment is generally moderate however can range from hot to cold seasonally. · Seldom may be exposed to non-lethal chemical agents as administered in necessary use of force security instances. Travel: · Occasionally travels locally and operates motor vehicles. What you will bring: Education and Experience Required: Certified as an AOD Counselor with an organization approved by DHCS and Two (2) years of experience as a certified AOD counselor Preferred: NONE Certifications or Licenses Required: · Current AOD Certification with organization recognized by the DHCS OR a Licensed professional as required by contract. Preferred: NONE Skills/Abilities: · Understanding of causes, symptoms, and effects of substance abuse; appreciation for the behavioral, psychological, physical and social effects of drug abuse. · Excellent organization, leadership and time management skill. · Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask. · Knowledge of contractual requirements of ISUDTP is essential. · Excellent interpersonal, written and communication skills. · Operational knowledge of MS Office Suite and ARMS. · Ability to maintain sensitivity and objectivity under pressures generated by association with substance abuse treatment participants. · Demonstrate ethical behavior in order to maintain professional standards and safeguard the participants. · Protect and maintain program participants’ health, safety, welfare, and confidentiality of records and participant information. What We bring: Medical, Dental, Vision. Paid vacation, sick time, & holidays. 401K, HSA, & Life insurance programs. Organization committed to community action. Community oriented workplace. $38 - $38 an hour Full-Time On-site Hourly wage: $38.00 Prison work site Non-Exempt

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