Abode Services values safety, wellness, and respect for each other and for those who we serve. Because of this commitment Abode Services is mandating that all employees be vaccinated effective September 30, 2021:.

Abode Services,: one of the largest and effective nonprofits working to end homelessness in the Bay Area, is seeking a skilled Harm Reduction Specialist. : * This is a Part Time position working 20hrs per week.

SUMMARY:
This position will provide on-site clinical/therapeutic services, with focus on substance use disorders, within an onsite supportive services team, utilizing the Assertive Community Treatment model. This team will provide wrap around clinical services for 49 Senior Permanent Supportive Housing households. The residents are referred by Santa Clara County Office of Supportive Housing (OSH) based on county data and other assessment processes as being the most frequent users of emergency services, criminal justice, and other homeless/county services. Program participants will have Serious Mental Health Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, and/or Chronic Health Conditions.

Abode‘s Benefits and Perks:

• $28.85-$30.00/hour DOE:
• This is a Part Time position working 20hrs per week.:
• 100% Medical, Dental, Vision benefits coverage for employees
• 31 Paid Time Off / Holidays per year
• Voluntary benefits: FSA, EAP, Commuter Checks, Life Insurance, Legal, and more
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plans with Employer Match & Contribution Programs
• Professional Development Trainings and Opportunities, Leadership Academy Programs, and All Staff Events
• Dynamic, mission-drive culture and supportive leadership. We support you in supporting others.

The Diverse Culture: :
We believe that we make better decisions and provide quality services when our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. People of color make up nearly 70% of our workforce and we strive to recruit and retain employees from all backgrounds.

How You Make an Impact:

• Provide clinical case management services, including rehabilitative services, brokerage, collateral, and therapy to residents utilizing an Assertive Community Treatment model.
• Complete assessments and develop treatment and individualized service plans for participants resided at the site. Collaboratively work with participants to develop and work on their goals.
• Meet with prospective participants, conduct outreach, and initial intakes and assessments.
• Act as lead on team on substance use disorder issues.
• Utilize Motivational Interviewing techniques to explore participants' substance use/dependency, encourage reduction, provide support to clients moving towards abstinence and/or provide Relapse Prevention services.
• Develop relationships with community agencies providing outpatient and residential drug and alcohol services and support participants in connecting to their services.
• Perform mental status exams, as well as safety assessments that include suicide, homicide, and gravely disabled assessments with participants on an on-going basis.
• Provide and facilitate psycho-educational and support groups. Attend and participate in daily clinical case management meetings.
• Attend clinical, administrative, and case conferencing meetings as assigned by Program Manager or Clinical Supervisor.
• Enter all data on time and correctly to support program evaluation and outcomes tracking.
• Ensure proper and timely documentation of services and meet minimum direct service hours requirement.
• Participate in all quality services assignments and audits.
• Assist the Program Manager, Clinical Supervisor, and other staff as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred possession of CAADE certification plus 4 years' experience providing substance recovery services or possession of a MS/MA in Social Work or Psychology from an accredited university plus 2 years' experience providing substance recovery services required. Registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as an ASW/MFT is a plus.
• Required 2 years of field experience working with people with serious mental illness, individuals, co-occurring disorders and complex health issues and/or the chronically homeless population.
• Experience working within an Assertive Community Treatment program desired. Understanding of the following evidence-based practices: Housing First, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Psychosocial Rehabilitation, and Relapse Prevention Therapy required.
• Strong skills completing assessments and treatment plans. Strong writing skills are a MUST. This position requires a tremendous amount of clinical writing. Must be able to handle a rigorous clinical work while meeting deadlines for billing, progress notes, and treatment plans.
• Possess a working knowledge of Psychiatric Disorders and Chemical Dependency Disorders.
• Ability to build supportive and respectful working relationships with individuals diagnosed with a serious mental illness that instills hope and promotes self-determination using a strengths-based approach. Sensitivity to and understanding of the special needs of the homeless.
• Proven ability to work independently and as an effective and collaborative member of a team.
• Excellent verbal skills. Strong organizational, detail orientated, and time management skills.
• Possess an understanding of and practice cultural sensitivity through open dialogue and self-exploration with diverse groups, while providing direct services.
• Ability to effectively intervene in crisis situations, with de-escalation techniques.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office computer programs.
• Reliable transportation and proof of a valid and current California Driver's License and current insurance along with a clean DMV record required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some weekends and evenings.

Notice: :This description is to be used as a guide only. It does not constitute a contract, commitment or promise of any kind. Abode Services reserves the right to change, add, delete, upgrade or downgrade the position as dictated by business necessity at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace:.

Notice: All job descriptions to be used as guides only. They do not constitute contracts, commitments or promises of any kind. Abode Services reserves the right to change, add, delete, upgrade or downgrade positions as dictated by business necessity at anytime with or without notice.