Residential SUD Counselor - Evening Shift

HealthRIGHT 360; Escondido (CA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

15 paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Retirement plans

Public loan forgiveness programs

Training and professional development

Mission-driven colleagues

Job summary

North County Serenity House (NCSH), a residential program of HealthRIGHT 360, seeks a SUD Counselor I to support clients through assessment, individual and group counseling, and case management in a gender-responsive, trauma-informed setting. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, navigating care systems, and coordinating with internal and external resources.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, documentation, and collaboration within an interdisciplinary team to promote

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Health and Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or related field preferred.
• Registration as a Substance Use Disorder Counselor from a CA agency (CCAPP/CAADE/CADTP).
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions.
• Develop and maintain treatment plans and progress notes.
• Link clients to internal and external resources; assist with discharge planning.
• Document counseling sessions and maintain timely data in electronic systems.
• Monitor safety, crisis intervention, and medical emergencies; observe and document client status.
• Support intake process and maintain supplies; ensure compliance with credential requirements.
• Attend meetings and participate in scheduled trainings; work weekends/holidays as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Health and Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or related field (preferred)

Registration as a Substance Use Disorder Counselor (CA CCAPP/CAADE/CADTP)

First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)

Job description

North County Serenity House (NCSH), a residential program of HealthRIGHT 360, seeks a SUD Counselor I to support clients through assessment, individual and group counseling, and case management in a gender-responsive, trauma-informed setting. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, navigating care systems, and coordinating with internal and external resources.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, documentation, and collaboration within an interdisciplinary team to promote