SUD Counselor - 815 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.

HealthRIGHT 360 offers residential treatment services designed to serve individuals and families with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our program helps clients address addiction and related issues, increase skills, manage stressors, connect to supportive service, and build a foundation for lasting recovery. Residential programs run 24/7 and Individual and group therapy, family therapy, individualized case management, treatment planning, drug and alcohol counseling, Medication support services, and crisis intervention.

Benefits and perks:

• HR360 offers a robust benefits package, including PTO, 15 paid holidays, commuter benefits, retirement plans, and more!
• Employees qualify for public loan forgiveness programs
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Work with mission driven, compassionate colleagues and make a difference every day in the work that you do.

This is a union-eligible position.

The required work schedule for this position is: Friday-Tuesday 3pm-11:30pm

JOB SUMMARY

HealthRIGHT 360, a nonprofit organization and a family of programs, is committed to providing accessible and comprehensive healthcare services to vulnerable populations. Our mission is to tackle systemic barriers to healthcare and promote health equity for all. We offer a wide range of services, including mental health care, residential and outpatient substance use treatment, and primary health services. Additionally, we provide transitional support for individuals re-entering the community after involvement in the criminal justice system. By integrating physical and behavioral health, we empower individuals to overcome challenges by addressing social determinants of health, fostering resilience, and facilitating recovery.

The 815 Residential and Detox Program The program fully integrates substance use disorder and mental health services; beyond merely providing both services under the same roof or cross-training staff, it adopts a model of providing effective services to the targeted needs of individuals with co-occurring disorders. The program treats both problem types as primary and assists participants to recognize key reciprocal factors such as self-medicating strategies; physiological and psychological changes associated with long-term substance use; and the impact of street drugs on mental health symptoms.

The SUD Counselor is an integral part of an interdisciplinary team that supports our clients through assessment of their needs and strengths in support of their health and recovery. SUD Counselor will perform counseling in individual and group setting, deliver curricula in accordance with program specific requirements and case management, and assist clients in navigating systems of care while providing a supportive treatment environment.

KEY 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 treatment team as unforeseen situations arise.
• Properly document all group counseling sessions and all individual sessions as needed within 24-72 hours per contract requirements.
• Must 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.
• Document client updates and incidents daily.
• Maintain safety and security of the clients in the facility by performing periodic house runs.
• Ensure client medications are securely stored and properly accounted for as needed.
• Monitor and document client administration of medication.
• Assign client duties and sign off upon completion.
• As needed, accompany clients to offsite appointments related to their treatment.
• Collaborate with client and other internal and external resources to develop or maintain problem lists and/or treatment plans, transition plans, progress notes, and appropriate updates in support of their health and recovery.
• 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 established by HealthRIGHT 360 to satisfy internal and external evaluating requirements.
• 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.

And perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Certification, Licensure

• 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 CA approved certifying agency (CCAPP, CADTP, or CAADE).
• Current First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

In an 8-hr workday, employee is required to perform work:

Sitting

2

Hrs

Standing

2

Hrs

Walking

4

Hrs

Driving

Occasionally

In an average month, employee must travel out of town

Often (>2x)

Sometimes (<2x)

Never

In an 8-hr workday, employee must:

Not at all

Occasionally

(1/4-2½ hrs.)

Frequently

(2½-5½ hrs.)

Continuously

(5½-8 hrs.)

Bend/stoop

Climb

Reach above shoulder level

Kneel

Balance

Push/pull

Squat

Crawl

Crouch

Lift*

Carry

• Usual number

Maximum number

5

20

lbs

lbs

Usual number

Maximum number

5

20

lbs

lbs

Job requires:

Working at heights

Yes

No

Explain

Operating heavy machinery

Yes

No

What type

Operating desk machines

Yes

No

What type

Computer, fax, printer, phone

Precise manual dexterity

Yes

No

Explain

Ability to precisely and accurately transmit written data, input data

Exposure to extreme heat, cold, humidity

Yes

No

Explain

Exposure to dust, fumes, gases, chemicals

Yes

No

Explain

HealthRIGHT 360 is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Placement within the compensation range is based on factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, internal equity, and organizational compensation practices. In addition to salary, HealthRIGHT 360 offers a comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements

The compensation range listed reflects the expected pay for this position based on the primary work location. Actual compensation may vary depending on geographic location and applicable state or local pay transparency requirements.

HealthRIGHT 360 is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, including race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities through fair and equitable recruitment, hiring, compensation, development, and advancement practices.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Must complete a background check and Live Scan.