Job Description

ADTS (Alcohol & Drug Treatment Specialist)

Location: Ventura, CA

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Dress Code: Business Casual

Position Overview

We are seeking a qualified Alcohol & Drug Treatment Specialist (ADTS) to provide temporary coverage for a leave of absence. This role supports adult clients (18+) across two programs, including a field-based Full Service Partnership (FSP) and a forensic/jail-based program . The ideal candidate is comfortable working with justice-involved populations and providing services both in the community and within a structured correctional setting.

Supervision is provided, and the ADTS will always work as part of a team—never independently in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in mandatory daily treatment team meetings at 8:30 AM
• Facilitate and run one Substance Use Services (SUS) group per week
• Lead a weekly Thursday group
• Provide services across two programs:
• Field-Based Program (Approx. 60%)
• Community-based client meetings (homes, clinic, parks, etc.)
• Services delivered as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Forensic/Jail-Based Program (Approx. 40%)
• Conduct ASAM-based services within a jail setting
• Client contact frequency varies (2–4 times per week depending on jail operations)
• Sessions conducted in secure settings with deputy presence at all times
• Maintain a mixed caseload of up to 10 adult clients
• Complete required documentation and assessments in compliance with program standards

Requirements

• Certified or Registered ADTS required
• Experience or strong comfort working with justice-involved populations
• Experience with field-based/community programs strongly preferred
• Ability to pass Live Scan and obtain required jail clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Spanish bilingual preferred
• Prior experience facilitating groups
• Familiarity with ASAM assessment tools and documentation

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