SUD Counselor - 815 Residential Services

HealthRIGHT 360; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthRIGHT 360 is a nonprofit delivering integrated health and behavioral health services in San Francisco, CA. The SUD Counselor will work with an interdisciplinary team to assess client needs, provide individual and group counseling, and support recovery within residential and outpatient settings.

You will document sessions promptly, participate in intake processes, and coordinate with internal/external resources. Weekend/holiday shifts may be required as part of program coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in health and human services, social work, psychology, or related field preferred.
• Must be registered as an Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor or 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.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate group counseling sessions and teach classes on treatment topics.
• Perform crisis intervention and communicate with the treatment team.
• Document all group and individual sessions within 24–72 hours per contract requirements.
• Proactively link clients to internal and external resources based on treatment needs.
• Collaborate with clients and resources to develop/update treatment plans and progress notes.

Skills

Counseling

Group counseling

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in health and human services, social work, psychology, or related field

Tools

First Aid CPR

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

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.

The 815 Residential and Detox Program The program fully integrates substance use disorder and mental health services; beyond merely providing both services under the same roof or cross-training staff, it adopts a model of providing effective services to the targeted needs of individuals with co-occurring disorders. The program treats both problem types as primary and assists participants to recognize key reciprocal factors such as self-medicating strategies; physiological and psychological changes associated with long-term substance use; and the impact of street drugs on mental health symptoms.

The SUD Counselor 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 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.

KEY 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Certification, Licensure

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in health and human services, social work, psychology, or another related field preferred.
• 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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

In an 8-hr workday, employee is required to perform work:

• Sitting: 2 Hrs
• Standing: 2 Hrs
• Walking: 4 Hrs
• Driving: Occasionally

In an average month, employee must travel out of town

• Often (>2x)
• Sometimes (<2x)Never

In an 8-hr workday, employee must:

• Bend/stoop: occasionally
• Climb: occasionally
• Reach above shoulder level: occasionally
• Kneel: occasionally
• Balance: occasionally
• Push/pull: occasionally
• Squat: occasionally
• Crawl: occasionally
• Crouch: occasionally
• Lift*: occasionally
• Carry**: occasionally

* Usual number Maximum number 5 20 lbs

** Usual number Maximum number 5 20 lbs

Job requires:

• Working at heights: No. Explain
• Operating heavy machinery: No. What type
• Operating desk machines: Yes. What type Computer, fax, printer, phone
• Precise manual dexterity: Yes. Explain Ability to precisely and accurately transmit written data, input data
• Exposure to extreme heat, cold, humidity: No. Explain
• Exposure to dust, fumes, gases, chemicals: No. Explain