Residential SUD Counselor- Graveyard/Overnight Shift

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.

This is a union position.

JOB SUMMARY 

HealthRIGHT 360, a family of programs, is located across 13 different counties in California. HealthRIGHT 360 provides an array of medical and behavioral health services to some of the most marginalized populations, ranging from primary care, mental health services, detox, substance use disorder treatment in both residential and outpatient settings and transitional services for the criminal justice population.

The SUD Counselor II 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 II 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

• Maintain an assigned caseload of up to 25 clients, depending on the facility staffing pattern and business needs, and provide weekly counseling.
• 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.
• 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.
• Complete assigned training as needed and as required by the due date.
• Attend and actively participate in meetings.
• Work on weekends and holidays as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Certification, Licensure

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in health and human services, social work, psychology, or other 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.

Experience

• Minimum of one year of experience as registered substance abuse or behavioral disorder counselor or recovery specialist in community mental health.
• Some experience carrying a caseload preferred.

Competencies

• Knowledge of the principles of client-centered, strength-based practice (including the principles of the recovery model, harm reduction, and trauma-informed practice).
• Understanding and experience working with recovering individuals and their impacted family members.
• Knowledge of and experience with substance abuse services in the county.
• Strong de-escalation and crisis intervention skills.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a multidisciplinary team and to work with clients of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to pass health screening and TB test requirements.

Background Clearance

• Must complete background check and livescan clearance
• Ability to obtain and maintain live scan clearance.

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