SUD Counselor I - Women's HOPE

HealthRIGHT 360•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

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. This Women’s HOPE residential program offers specialized care to the underserved female population of San Francisco, including low-income African American and Latina women and their families/children, with a special focus on pregnant and parenting women with co-occurring substance use and psychiatric disorders. The program is gender-responsive and trauma informed, addressing substance use, trauma, mental illness, health and wellness, family reunification, parenting education, employability, homelessness, and sober living skills. The team of providers at Women’s HOPE includes parenting counselors, therapists, and SUD counselors who provide wrap around services to support and empower our participants as they reach their goals. The SUD Counselor I 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 I 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
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.
Possess a valid CA driver’s license.
Experience working successfully with diverse populations specifically with issues of substance abuse, mental health, criminal background, and other potential barriers to economic self-sufficiency preferred.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in health and human services, social work, psychology, or another related field preferred.
Knowledge of gender-responsive, trauma informed, and co-occurring treatment.
Knowledge of Clinical documentation (treatment plans, progress notes, etc.) preferred.

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.