SUD Counselor III - 6th Street-Residential Services

HealthRIGHT 360•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthRIGHT 360 is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing accessible healthcare to vulnerable populations, focusing on mental health, substance use treatment, and primary care. They aim to address systemic barriers and promote health equity. The Male Community Reentry Program (MCRP) is a residential facility for adult males nearing the end of their prison sentences, offering rehabilitative services for substance use disorder (SUD), mental health, employment, education, and more. Treatment typically lasts 6-12 months. The SUD Counselor III is a key member of an interdisciplinary team, assessing client needs and strengths to support their health and recovery. This role involves individual and group counseling, curriculum delivery, case management, and system navigation within a supportive treatment environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Certification as a Substance Use Disorder Counselor from an accredited California agency (CCAPP, CAADE, CADTP).
Valid First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
At least one year of experience as a registered substance abuse or behavioral disorder counselor or recovery specialist in a community mental health or residential setting.
Experience carrying a caseload or ability to carry.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Valid California Driver’s License preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain an assigned caseload of up to 25 clients, providing individualized weekly counseling.
Facilitate group counseling sessions and community meetings.
Link clients to internal and external resources based on treatment needs.
Teach classes on treatment-related topics.
Collaborate with clients and resources to develop/maintain treatment plans, transition plans, and progress notes.
Perform crisis intervention and communicate with the treatment team.
Follow up on clients' treatment progress.
Monitor and document client medication administration, ensuring secure storage.
Accompany clients to offsite appointments as needed.
Assign client duties and sign off upon completion.
Motivate clients to fulfill their weekly obligations.
Support the intake process and maintain supplies.
Collect, clean, or dispose of biohazard waste.
Disinfect and clean rooms and common areas.
Transport clients as needed.
Maintain safety and security of clients in the facility.
Perform periodic house runs.
Perform property and room searches.
Respond to medical emergencies including overdoses.
Perform substance use tests (urinalysis, breathalyzer).
Observe clients and maintain observation logs.
Document counseling sessions in a timely manner per program and/or contract requirements.
Accurately enter data in electronic systems.
Document client updates and incidents daily.
Complete discharge paperwork and agency assessments.
Maintain weekly logs of client contacts.
Read and respond to communications in a timely manner.
Attend meetings and actively participate.
Meet residential service delivery goals.
Plan and facilitate celebrations and special events.
Work on weekends and holidays as needed.
Complete assigned training on time.
Maintain full compliance with certification requirements.
Assist with onboarding and training of new employees, interns, ambassadors, volunteers, etc.
Perform other assigned duties.