Care Counselor

Alsana•Birmingham, AL

17h•$17•Onsite

About The Position

At Alsana, we exist to be a source of hope and healing in the world. We are a dedicated eating disorder recovery community supporting adults and adolescents of all genders through personalized, whole-person care. We offer in-person residential, outpatient, and virtual programs nationwide, including adolescent PHP and IOP. Our programs are designed to meet people where they are in their recovery journey. Our culture is deeply relational and grounded in clinical integrity, whole-heartedness, mutual respect, thoughtful engagement, and rooted reliability. We believe the way we show up for one another is inherently healing and shapes every interaction we have with clients, families, and partners. Every team member plays a vital role in creating an experience where people feel rooted, engaged, and respected. When you join Alsana, you become part of a recovered community built on compassion, respect for each person’s unique story, and access to care across all identities. At Alsana, we are a community of hope and healing. As a Care Counselor, you’ll play a vital hands-on role in supporting our clients on their recovery journey. You’ll work alongside therapists, dietitians, nurses, and other care professionals to help implement treatment plans and create a safe, encouraging environment where clients can grow. This is a great opportunity for compassionate individuals who are calm under pressure, strong communicators, and deeply committed to client care.

Requirements

High School Diploma required
1 year of exp in behavioral health
Current, valid, and unencumbered state-specific driver’s license
Adult CPR/AED certification (preferably through American Heart Association), or ability to obtain within 30 days
ServSafe certification or ability to obtain within 30 days
Able to participate in basic daily tasks and light recreational activities

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting or guiding others in a team or care setting

Responsibilities

Always maintains each client’s physical and psychological safety, including assigned tasks (e.g., taking and recording vital signs, weights, and meals, and reporting results to nursing/physician).
Completes accurate documentation of observations and notifies supervisor of any unusual findings (e.g., change in vitals, weight fluctuations, or meal refusals).
Documents client progress per procedure.
Assists with basic first aid as directed by RN/LVN staff and follows all appropriate documentation protocols.
Ensures documentation reflects changes in client condition; notifies nursing and interdisciplinary team as required.
Provides 1:1 assistance to clients in crisis per their care plan and staff direction.
Supports nutritional needs as outlined by the nutritionist and treatment plan.
Eats meals and snacks with clients as part of modeling and recovery support.
Communicates with clients and their families respectfully and clearly; involves licensed staff as needed.
Drives clients in a company vehicle to outings, appointments, and errands.
Maintains and communicates client level system; informs licensed staff of related concerns.
Leads or co-leads therapeutic groups for residential, PHP, or IOP clients, including evening and weekend rotations.