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Mission Edge

PRN Residential SUD (Substance Use Disorder) Counselor

Mission Edge, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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PRN Residential SUD (Substance Use Disorder) Counselor Mission Edge

is looking for a PRN Residential SUD (Substance Use Disorder) Counselor to support our dynamic residential program focused on LGBTQIA+ addiction recovery, mental health, and housing. The role offers flexible PRN hours (As Needed) with a pay range of $25.00‑$28.50 per hour based on registration/certification level.

Position Title:

PRN Residential SUD (Substance Use Disorder) Counselor Department:

Residential Services Report to:

Lead Counselor Salary Range:

$25.00 to $28.50 per hour Type:

PRN (As Needed) Credentials:

This position requires ACTIVE credentials.

Position Summary This is your chance to join a dynamic team of SUD counselors who are keeping some of San Diego’s most vulnerable populations safe and healthy. Our Residential Program houses 31 residents and provides SUD counseling, peer support, therapy, and other wrap‑around services to support clients in achieving sobriety. As a PRN Residential SUD Counselor you will assist the full‑time counseling team with group counseling, documentation, resident interactions, data entry, and other day‑to‑day program needs. This is a non‑caseload position designed to maintain continuity of services during staff absences, high census periods, and agency needs.

Essential Functions

Support facilitation of SUD groups and programming during daytime shifts

Document group activities, progress notes, and other required logs per program and funding guidelines

Assist with administering daily Med Calls

Conduct and document resident drug screens

Complete tasks assigned by the Lead Counselor or Program Manager

Help resolve interpersonal issues between residents when appropriate

Support residents in following residential rules and routines

Attend required trainings and meetings when scheduled

Uphold confidentiality and privacy standards in accordance with HIPAA, 42 CFR, and agency policies

Maintain a trauma‑informed and culturally competent approach when working with residents

Support transportation of clients to off‑site meetings or events

Perform other assigned duties as needed

Minimum Qualifications

Registered or Certified SUD counselor in the state of California

Cultural competency and familiarity with the LGBTQIA+ community

Strong verbal and written communication skills for client interaction and record keeping

Ability to handle multiple tasks and shifting priorities within a residential setting

Compliance with all agency and contract requirements related to trainings, public health, certifications, and reporting

Ability to pass all pre‑employment screening, including references, education verification, a criminal background check (at least one year of clear probation or parole), a drug test, and a negative TB test

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

One year of experience working with SUD clients

Previous experience in an SUD residential program setting

Experience with SmartCare and/or other electronic health record systems

Experience with Optum SUDPBH county forms used for SUD documentation

Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken)

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

Work primarily indoors but also outdoors with residents

Regularly lift 15 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds

Holiday, evening, and weekend work may be required

Transport residents to and from activities or appointments in company vehicles

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

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