Substance Use Counselor

St Anthony Foundation•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

St. Anthony’s is hiring a Substance Use Counselor for the Fr. Alfred Center (FAC), a year-long, abstinence-based residential recovery program for homeless men seeking sober and stable lives. FAC provides residents with tools to overcome addiction and support in building productive, healthy lives. The program takes a holistic approach, connecting residents with St. Anthony’s services and community agencies to address medical, legal, vocational, and educational needs. Counselors assess and counsel residents, manage a caseload, lead educational and group counseling sessions, and provide general oversight and support. The role includes documenting services and client progress, collaborating with internal programs and outside agencies, and contributing to program operations and teamwork. The schedule is Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Tuesday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays are off. The posting lists an annual salary range of $60,00–$90,300.

Requirements

Valid Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) counselor certification issued by CCAPP and/or the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS).
Two years of current experience in the chemical dependency field.
High school diploma or GED and three years of experience in social services, particularly in drug and alcohol residential programs.
Knowledge of chemical dependency disease and treatment, including 12-step work and social model programs.
Excellent interpersonal, listening, oral, and written communication skills.
Ability to be polite, diplomatic, and firm, and to set limits and maintain professional boundaries with guests, volunteers, donors, and coworkers.
Ability to respond to emergencies and high-pressure situations in a composed and self-assured manner.
Ability to work non-traditional hours and days, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to complete paperwork neatly and legibly.
Computer literacy in Windows and MS Office.
Ability or willingness to learn information and communication technologies, including computers, smartphones, and iPads.
Valid California driver’s license and excellent driving record.
Ability to be punctual, reliable, cooperative, and team-oriented.
Commitment to St. Anthony Foundation’s Statement of Values and desire to work for a social services agency serving people in need.

Nice To Haves

Two years of current experience in client caseload management and group counseling are strongly preferred.
Bilingual Spanish/English skills are strongly preferred.
Experience with client databases is preferred.
Experience in a nonprofit or community-based social service agency serving people experiencing homelessness or poverty is desired.

Responsibilities

Conduct intake interviews and assessments to determine whether incoming residents are appropriate for the program.
Provide individual counseling and case management for an assigned caseload.
Develop and update clients’ casework plans and assist residents in creating personal recovery plans.
Assess dynamics that may harm residents’ recovery, intervene, and provide counseling.
Monitor residents’ compliance with program requirements and implement consequences as appropriate.
Document client benchmarks and other required information in Epic daily as required by the program.
Participate in weekly case conferences and other relevant meetings.
Conduct resident group sessions, including process and anger management groups.
Cover the caseloads of counselors who are absent.
Collaborate with St. Anthony’s programs and outside community agencies serving residents.
Provide resident support and treat guests with empathy, dignity, and respect; work effectively across cultures and remain open to learning about unfamiliar cultures.
Complete reports and paperwork neatly, legibly, and thoroughly; enter and retrieve information electronically as required.
Follow the organization’s programs, policies, and procedures, and participate in training and development opportunities.
Enter case notes and maintain and update client paper files in a timely manner.
Complete medication sheets and other required paperwork accurately when needed.
Assist with evaluating, planning, developing, and implementing program procedures, guidelines, and policies.
Contribute to team communication and success through cooperation, respectful communication, integrity, and proactive requests for support.
Manage stress and pressure calmly and responsively, and remain aware of how one’s behavior affects others.