Counselor II - Rockrose Support Services

Interim•Marina, CA

About The Position

The Counselor II provides mental health counseling, case management, and related services to clients across Interim Inc. programs, including supported housing, homeless services, crisis residential, and substance use residential and treatment services. The role supports clients with medication self-administration and management, relapse prevention, symptom management, independent living skills, and other client-centered goals. Services may be provided individually or in groups and include crisis response, family or house meetings, and coordination with community agencies and providers. The Counselor II conducts client assessments, intake and discharge processes; develops and maintains treatment plans and records; and collaborates with clients, staff, families, and external service providers. The position requires flexibility to work various shifts, possibly including overnight hours. This is a 40-hour-per-week, non-exempt position eligible for overtime. Compensation is $27.74–$39.78 per hour, based on education and experience, with an additional hourly incentive possible when hired into a licensed program.

Requirements

High school diploma.
One year of work experience in the mental health and/or substance use disorder field; a bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for this experience.
Ability to be organized, responsible, flexible, and empathic, and to relate effectively to clients, staff, professionals, and community members.
Good written and oral English communication skills.
Word processing and data entry/retrieval skills.
Driver's license held for at least two years and a driving record acceptable to the insurance carrier.
Valid California driver's license, an automobile in safe operating condition, auto liability insurance, and a good driving record.
Criminal record clearance.
Proof of authorization to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle, climb stairs, and meet communication, mobility, vision, hearing, and dexterity requirements appropriate to the duties.
Ability to stand, sit, bend, and climb stairs for extended periods; lift 25 pounds or more; and intermittently lift grocery bags, bend to clean, and assist with moving clients' belongings.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of community resources.
Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Conduct client assessments, intake, and discharge processes.
Assess for suicidality, violence, and substance use; identify, assess, and respond to crisis situations.
Set clear limits to help ensure the safety of clients and staff.
Provide client-centered, culturally appropriate counseling and psychoeducational skills-building individually and/or in groups.
Listen empathically and engage clients in problem solving.
Identify mental illness and substance use symptoms and help clients develop symptom-management skills.
Teach and help clients practice relapse prevention and independent living skills.
Assist clients with self-administration and management of medications, and monitor and document medications and procedures as prescribed by physicians and regulatory agencies.
Develop, write, review, and update client-centered treatment plans with clients and Quality Assurance staff.
Oversee client charts and maintain legible, accurate, and timely treatment plans, progress notes, financial records, and other required data, including Medi-Cal and regulatory documentation.
Use the Avatar medical records system, other computer software, and databases.
Establish and maintain linkages with agencies and services, including psychiatrists, primary care physicians, case coordinators, homeless and housing providers, and Social Security and other benefits services.
Facilitate family and/or house meetings and social events as appropriate.
Participate in staff meetings and communicate and collaborate with staff about client needs and program, agency, and business matters.
Assist clients with recreational, educational, employment, cooking and food, housecleaning, yard maintenance, and moving activities as needed.
Plan and participate in program and agency events, outings, and other activities.
Work various assigned shifts, including possible overnight hours.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement for eligible positions.
Clinical licenses and training reimbursement for eligible positions.
Loan repayment for eligible positions.
Health, vision, dental, Employee Assistance Program, and life insurance coverage for full-time employees.
Monthly payment in lieu of insurance coverage for eligible positions.
403(b) retirement plan with Interim matching contribution.
Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals; up to 24 vacation days in the first year.
Professional development and learning opportunities.
Onsite BBS-registered supervisors for ongoing clinical supervision.
Annual employee recognition and staff appreciation events.
Employee referral bonus program.
Flexible work schedules.
Additional hourly pay incentive for employees hired into a licensed program.