Community-Based SUD Specialist: Recovery & Harm Reduction

El Hogar Community Services, Inc.

Sacramento (CA)

Hybrid

USD 33,000 - 36,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

El Hogar is seeking a Substance Use Disorder Specialist to provide community-based treatment for adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders in the Sacramento area. Services are delivered across home, shelter, hospital, and community settings within a recovery-oriented framework.

The role requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and adherence to regulatory policies, with emphasis on trauma-informed, culturally responsive care and harm reduction strategies.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field.
  • Minimum two years direct service with individuals with mental health and co-occurring disorders.
  • CA certification as a drug and alcohol counselor preferred.
  • Knowledge of trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care and harm reduction.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct SUD screenings, assessments, and treatment planning.
  • Provide individual and group counseling, psychoeducation, motivational interviewing, and relapse-prevention services.
  • Support clients in developing recovery goals and reducing substance-related risks.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of assessments and treatment plans in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Motivational interviewing
Crisis intervention
Trauma-informed care
Harm reduction
Recovery-oriented care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology/Social Work/Counseling

Job description

El Hogar is seeking a Substance Use Disorder Specialist to provide community-based treatment for adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders in the Sacramento area. Services are delivered across home, shelter, hospital, and community settings within a recovery-oriented framework.

The role requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and adherence to regulatory policies, with emphasis on trauma-informed, culturally responsive care and harm reduction strategies.

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