SUD Counselor I

***Signing Bonus $2000
Sign-On Bonus for Bilingual Applicants: $2,000 (Distributed in 4 parts: $500 after 30 days, $500 after 90 days, $500 after 150 days and $500 after 210 days of employment)

JOB TITLE:  SUD Counselor I
LOCATION: San Leandro, CA - Alameda County | Cherry Hill Detox
Employment Type: Full-time

Shift: Swing Shift: 2pm - 10:30pm


Who are we?
Horizon Services, Inc. (HSI) is a nonprofit established in 1974 with the goal of reducing substance use-related challenges for people from all walks of life, including those from some of the most disenfranchised and marginalized communities. Providing exceptional services to our diverse community. We are proud to support Behavioral Health Services Department (BHSD) clients in their preferred languages, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all.
We practice our values of Integrity, Compassion, Respect, and Professionalism to provide residential treatment, withdrawal management, and sobering programs to support the well-being of women, men, youth, LGBTQ, and BIPOC clients to live healthy, fulfilling and constructive lives. HSI is an inclusive workplace and a learning community where our collective experiences enrich each other’s growth.

How can you make a difference in people’s lives?

We are seeking a SUD Counselor I who is passionate about serving diverse communities. Bilingual candidates fluent in one or more of BHSD’s threshold languages—Chinese, Spanish, Tagalog, or Vietnamese—are eligible for an additional incentive.

• →Experience working with customers or clients that feel overwhelmed or in a crisis (crisis intervention). 
• →Experience working with diverse populations and cultures 
• →Experience working with customers or clients with co-occurring disorders and disabilities 

Qualifications

• →Certification or registration with either Substance Use state certifying body in California (CAADE/CCAPP/CADTP) 
• →Preferred: Bilingual in English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, or Tagalog           

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee successfully performing the essential functions of this job (i.e., travel, driving, lifting, etc.).  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Note: Please use the percentage time spent in these requirements.  Totals do not have to add to 100%.

• →Must be able to operate a computer keyboard and read computer displays, sit for extended periods.  
• →Must be able to lift 30 pounds 
• →Must be able to physically assist clients in their efforts to exit the facility in case of an emergency 
• →Must be able to physically assist clients who are undergoing seizures or other major withdrawal symptoms to include an ambulatory escort to a medical facility if necessary. 
• →Must be able to perform CPR 
• →Must have a good driving record and valid California Driver’s License and current insurance 

Other duties 
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Compensation and Benefits
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time and part-time employees over 20 hours per week.

• →100% of medical, dental, Life and LTD for the employee and 50% for any dependents medical and dental coverage. 
• →PTO and Holiday pay.
• →Retirement benefits after 6 months of service.
• →Training and CEU opportunities.

And of course, the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a team of mindful, caring and passionate people at work every day!

Salary: $25.00 an hour based on experience and qualifications.
 

Horizon Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
https://www.horizonservices.org