Job Description

Level: Experienced
Job Location: Helen Vine Recovery Center - San Rafael, CA 94901
Position Type: Full TimeEducation
Level: High School
Salary Range: $28.00 - $28.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Shift: Overnight
Job Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesJoin Buckelew and work with great people doing great things! Buckelew Programs is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services in the North Bay, providing compassionate mental health, supported housing and substance use treatment.
We are hiring a new overnight Detox Counselor to join the Helen Vine Recovery Center, a program of Buckelew Programs, that provides substance use treatment in an innovative residential detoxification facility for adults. The Detox Counselor I provides support to clients through intake, assessment, discharge, individual counseling, and emotional support. This role also involves maintaining documentation, monitoring medications, handling crisis interventions, and supporting the overall safety and daily functioning of the facility. Flexibility in scheduling is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct client assessments, intakes, discharges, and maintain accurate charting.
- Provide one-on-one counseling and emotional support to clients.
- Make appropriate client referrals and attend to their individual needs.
- Intervene in crisis situations; enforce facility rules and respond collaboratively with staff.
- Manage walk-in emergencies, including evaluating the need to contact emergency services (911).
- Document all client information and incidents clearly and promptly in logs.
- Coordinate and manage volunteer donations as needed.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of clients and staff at all times.
- Maintain professional boundaries and uphold strict client confidentiality.
- Facilitate and monitor therapeutic or educational group sessions.
- Monitor and document clients' self-administered medication.
- Participate in supervision with the Program Director.
- Attend mandatory staff meetings and training sessions.
- Support the structure and daily operation of the facility in alignment with its mission.
- Monitor inventory and report facility maintenance needs.
- Oversee and assist with facility chores, including laundry.
- Provide transportation using personal or agency vehicles as needed.
Education &

Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Certification as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor preferred. If not certified, must be registered to become a counselor through a State-approved certification program (e.g., CAARR, CADTP, CCAPP).
- Experience working with individuals with mental health and/or co-occurring disorders preferred.
- Familiarity with AA/NA Twelve-Step recovery programs.

Skills & Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate effectively to individuals in crisis.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
- Compassionate, empathetic, and supportive demeanor.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and grow.
- Basic computer literacy required.
- First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
- Valid California driver’s license with an insurable driving record preferred.
- Knowledge of local community resources a plus.
- Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds.
- Capable of intermittent physical activities such as stretching, bending, squatting, reaching, and twisting.
- Able to sustain extended activities such as walking, standing, sitting, and writing.
- Adequate vision for reading printed and electronic materials.
- Must complete and clear a TB test as required by the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Employees in this role must register and work toward Certification as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor through CADTP, CCAPP, or another State-approved organization. Certification must be completed within five years of registration. Failure to obtain or maintain certification may result in termination of employment.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity, promotes equality, and fosters inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.