SUD Counselor - NCSH Residential

HealthRIGHT 360•Escondido, CA

2d•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. North County Serenity House (NCSH) is a residential program of HealthRIGHT 360, established in 1966, offering gender-responsive and trauma-informed substance use disorder services for up to 120 women and their children. NCSH provides integrated care for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, utilizing evidence-based practices. The SUD Counselor I is a key member of an interdisciplinary team, responsible for client assessment, individual and group counseling, case management, and system navigation to support client health and recovery.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Registration 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.
Valid California Driver’s License.
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 in Health and Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or other related field preferred.

Responsibilities

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, progress notes, and updates.
Perform crisis intervention and communicate with the treatment team.
Follow up on clients' treatment progress.
Monitor and document client medication administration, ensuring secure storage and proper accounting.
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.
Complete assigned training on time.
Maintain full compliance with credential requirements.
Perform other assigned duties.