SUD Counselor - 890 Residential Services

HealthRIGHT 360 gives hope, builds health, and changes lives for people in need by providing comprehensive, integrated, compassionate care that includes primary medical care, mental health services, and substance use disorder treatment. Our residential treatment services are designed to serve individuals and families with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders, helping clients address addiction, increase skills, manage stressors, connect to supportive services, and build a foundation for lasting recovery.

About the role

Men’s Residential and Detox (890 Residential Services) is a program of HealthRIGHT 360 that serves male-identifying clients. This program has approximately 105 beds and provides residential treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) for up to 90 days. The SUD Counselor I is an integral part of an interdisciplinary team supporting clients through assessment of their needs and strengths in support of their health and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate group counseling sessions, community meetings, and teach classes on various treatment-related topics to assist clients in meeting their treatment goals.
• Perform crisis intervention and communicate with the treatment team as unforeseen situations arise.
• Properly document all group and individual counseling sessions within 24-72 hours per contract requirements.
• Meet residential service delivery goal of 60%.
• Proactively link clients to both internal and external resources based on their treatment needs.
• Follow up on the progress or status of clients’ treatment and document updates and incidents daily.
• Maintain safety and security of clients in the facility by performing periodic house runs.
• Ensure client medications are securely stored and properly accounted for; monitor and document client administration of medication.
• Assign client duties and sign off upon completion.
• Accompany clients to offsite appointments related to their treatment as needed.
• Collaborate with clients and other internal and external resources to develop or maintain problem lists, treatment plans, transition plans, progress notes, and appropriate updates.
• Complete discharge paperwork/process and other required agency assessments in a timely manner.
• Support intake process such as preparing rooms and maintaining supplies.
• Perform property and room searches as needed.
• Respond to overdose and other medical emergencies.
• Perform tests for substance use such as urinalysis and breathalyzer.
• Observe clients every 30 minutes and document on observation log, per program requirements.
• Collect, clean, or dispose of biohazard waste.
• Disinfect and clean rooms and common areas as needed.
• Accurately enter data in various electronic systems for all clients in accordance with guidelines.
• Read and respond to emails, calls, and Teams messages in a timely manner.
• Complete assigned training as needed and as required by the due date.
• Attend and actively participate in meetings.
• Plan and facilitate celebrations and special events.
• Work on weekends and holidays as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in health and human services, social work, psychology, or another related field preferred.
• Must be registered as an Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor or as an SUD Counselor with a CA-approved certifying agency (CCAPP, CADTP, or CAADE).
• Current First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Must complete a background check and Live Scan.

Schedule

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday from 3PM-11:30PM

Benefits

• Robust benefits package, including PTO, 15 paid holidays, and commuter benefits.
• Retirement plans.
• Eligibility for public loan forgiveness programs.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Union-eligible position.
• Work with mission-driven, compassionate colleagues and make a difference every day.