Career Opportunities

Chief Clinical Officer

As an officer of the organization and key member of the executive management team, the Chief Clinical Officer will report directly to the CEO, and is responsible for ensuring high-quality design, implementation, management, evaluations, and delivery of services.

The CCO is responsible for the oversight and development of program services, quality initiatives, and training of staff and interns. This position will ensure that all staff has the resources and training to ensure high quality, efficient and effective delivery of treatment and services. The person in this position will ensure that we excel in meeting the requirements of our license and various public and private grants.

As a collaborative leader, the CCO will work with, and across all departments to explore and recommend strategic program initiatives and approaches that support the populations SMH serves, expanding impact and results in a cost-effective manner.

For more information, and the CCO job description, click here.

To apply for the CCO position, email dseeley@edgegroup.cc.

Santa Maria Hostel is seeking an experienced counselor for our Pregnancy and Postpartum Intervention program. The PPI Parent Coach will be responsible for outreach, education, counseling and case management services for pregnant and post partum women who either have a past history of substance use or who are at risk for future use. Counselor must have the ability to successfully engage and retain clients and to motivate them to adopt healthy behavioral changes, and be experienced in trauma informed care. The chosen candidate will exhibit a genuine passion for serving at-risk women and families. Skills and Qualifications: Qualified Credential Counselor (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) with appropriate Texas licensure. Interns (LMSW, LPC-I) may be considered. Minimum two years experience working with women who are at risk of substance use or who have addiction or co-occurring disorders.

Detox Manager, LVN

This position is for residential detox substance use disorder unit.  Provides oversight/supervision of medical staff and ensures quality care to patients. Responsible for scheduling, carrying out written and verbal orders from the physician and overall daily operations of the unit.  Oversees med techs at both locations.  Previous experience in detox. Attends monthly director and finance meetings.  Current Texas LVN licensure.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Kitchen Cook

Working under general supervision, the Kitchen Cook is responsible for food preparation and for maintaining food safety and sanitation standards in the preparation and kitchen areas. This position is an integral part of presenting quality meal service to the clients and their children. Must be flexible to work weekends and holidays as assigned. Previous food preparation experience required.

Certificates and Licenses: Valid Food Manager Certification from the City of Houston or ability to obtain certification within approved period of time.

LCDC Counselor

Under general supervision, the Counselor is responsible for the implementation, oversight, and monitoring of clinical services provided to residents. In addition, the Counselor maintains a caseload of patients. This position is subject to working evenings and weekends.

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) in criminal justice, counseling or related field from four-year college or university; or four years’ directly related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Three years’ experience in substance abuse treatment desirable.

Certificates and Licenses: Must have current Counselor license from Texas Department of State and Health Services. Drug and Alcohol Counselor Licensure (LCDC) plus two (2) years’ experience working in social services field.

LCDC DETOX Counselor (part time)