Counselor I - (CEN)1
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SalaryNo pay range posted
Location2302 Brown Road, Imperial, CA 92251
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentPrison Projects, CEN
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedAug 3, 2026 · 3mo ago
Verified live3d ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on Aug 3, 2026No pay range listed, though California requires one
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must be registered with an organization approved by DHCS and obtain their AOD certification within five (5) years of registration date
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid vacation
401(k)
HSA
Supplementary life insurance
About the role
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 Registered/Certified Substance Abuse Counselor I at out in-prison facilities. This groundbreaking opportunity not only will be working in our prison programs to help the inmate population but 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:
As a Registered/Certified Substance Abuse Counselor I, you will support the community by delivering face-to-face rehabilitative programming services provided in the Integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program (ISUDT).
Full-Time
This is a Non-Exempt position (Hourly wage):
On-site in a state prison
What You Will Do:
Essential Duties:
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Facilitate CBI classes, using evidence-based and standardized curriculum to the participants.
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Conduct class and facilitate individual sessions to develop release prevention/action plans and/or provide make-up work.
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Evaluate and document the progress of participants assigned to their classes.
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Document delivery of CBI programming services in ARMS.
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Engage participants daily and reinforce group norms and expectations for participations and completion.
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Work collaboratively with the CDCR/CCHCS headquarters, local institution, and CDCR contracted staff.
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Other related duties as assigned by the Contractor.
What You Will Bring:
Required:
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Counselor I: Must be registered with an organization approved by DHCS and obtain their AOD certification within five (5) years of registration date.
What We Offer:
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Employer-sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision
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Paid vacation, sick time, & holidays.
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401K, HSA, & Supplementary Life insurance programs.
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An organization committed to social justice and community action.
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A Community-oriented workplace.