Counselor I II

Behavioral Health Services • Hollywood, CA

81d

About The Position

The Counselor I/II works as a member of the treatment team, coordinating program services, and maintaining the well-being of clients and the integrity of the program.

Requirements

• Counselor I - High school diploma or equivalency.
• Registered and enrolled in a state-recognized chemical dependency counselor certification program or progress towards AOD, with six months substance abuse experience or Bachelor's and registered with state or nationwide approved credentialing body (i.e. CCAPP, CADTP).
• Counselor II - High school diploma or equivalency.
• Required current certification number issued from a statewide or nationwide credentialing body (i.e. CCAPP, CADTP) received upon completion of passing the California Certification exam.
• Two years supervised experience working in substance abuse and/or a related field.
• Must have valid California driver's license and liability insurance if driving personal vehicle on BHS business.
• Vision, hearing, manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination must be adequate for performance of job duties.
• Able to sit at desk, use keyboard, write and physically perform other job duties.
• Able to move about the facility to observe clients and staff.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual abilities may be required within certain BHS programs.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees