First Steps Recovery

Organization Description

First Steps Recovery in Shingle Springs is a 16-bed male facility providing medical detox and residential treatment to men struggling with Substance Use Disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Our facility is accredited by the Joint Commission, certified by LegitScript, and is a licensed DHCS residential facility for detox. We offer residential rehab, medical detox, PHP, IOP, and a special online version of our PHP and IOP programs. We are proud to offer assistance to veterans and count several veterans among our staff. We offer PHP and IOP at our El Dorado Hills site and is mix-gendered.

Program Information

BSW students focus on foundational skills such as observing clinical work, assisting with milieu support, engaging in basic client interactions, and learning case management tasks including referrals and discharge planning. They are introduced to documentation and group dynamics while gaining exposure to the treatment process. BSW's may only intern at our residential facility. MSW students build on these foundations by developing clinical skills, including conducting assessments, facilitating groups, and applying evidence-based interventions such as CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing. They learn to conceptualize cases, contribute to treatment planning, and understand the role of ASAM criteria in determining level of care. MSW students also gain experience with clinical documentation and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Health & Safety

Students at First Steps Recovery should be aware of several health and safety considerations when working in detox and residential substance use treatment settings. These include potential exposure to clients experiencing acute withdrawal symptoms such as agitation, anxiety, and medical instability, which may require staff support and monitoring. There is also potential for unpredictable behavior due to intoxication, withdrawal, or co-occurring mental health conditions. Students should follow all site protocols related to infection control, including standard precautions and hygiene practices. They should maintain awareness of environmental safety procedures, including emergency response protocols, incident reporting, and evacuation procedures. Maintaining appropriate professional boundaries is essential to ensure both client and student safety. Students are expected to avoid being alone in high-risk situations when possible and to seek staff support if a client becomes escalated. Emotional safety is also a consideration, as students may be exposed to distressing client histories, including trauma and loss.
Additional requirements and/or considerations
  • Background Check (e.g. fingerprinting/livescan, driving record)
  • Computer Literacy
  • CPR Certification
  • Driver's License
  • First Aid Certification
  • Health Check/Screening (e.g. temperature screening, COVID-19 test)
  • Must be 18 or older
  • Pre-Placement Training
  • TB Test
  • Vaccinations
Address 
6271 Mr Magpie Court
Shingle Springs, CA 95682
United States
General Phone 
(559) 272-7775
Website:
https://firststepsrecovery.com/
Program(s) 
Social Work
Social Work Field Practicum Intake
Organization type 
Healthcare Facility or Network (Private/For-profit)
Focus Population(s)
People Experiencing Addiction
Focus Area(s)
Health & Medicine
Hours of operation 

Our residential facility in Shingle Springs is a 24/7 facility. Clinical staff are available 7 days a week from 8am - 5pm. Depending on student needs, there may be opportunity to work an alternate shift but no later than 7 pm. Available for both BSW and MSW Our outpatient facility in El Dorado Hills is open M-F 8am - 5pm. Available to MSW