Full-Time Mental Health Counselor
About The Position
Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare. This position has the primary responsibility for assisting clients with daily living skills, including eating, personal hygiene, grooming, and other care needs. Monitors participation in activities and encourages client engagement through positive support and motivation. Leads and assists with activity groups and community outings, promotes positive social interactions, and serves as a role model for appropriate behavior. Maintains accurate documentation of client attendance and participation in activities and therapeutic services and may transport clients using a company vehicle as needed. The Crisis Residential Unit (CRU Program) serves adults, ages 18-59, in a 24/7 inpatient voluntary program with a 16-bed facility. The program offers rehabilitation/recovery services, including substance use rehabilitation services, with an average length of stay of 30 days. Clinical services include pre-vocational or vocational counseling and medication evaluation and support services.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- One (1) year of full-time direct care experience preferred, OR one (1) year of non-professional, consumer-directed internship experience in the mental health field preferred.
- A valid California Driver’s License and the ability to meet agency driving criteria required.
Nice To Haves
- An associate degree in a social science field is preferred.
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
Responsibilities
- Assisting clients with daily living skills, including eating, personal hygiene, grooming, and other care needs.
- Monitoring participation in activities and encouraging client engagement through positive support and motivation.
- Leading and assisting with activity groups and community outings.
- Promoting positive social interactions.
- Serving as a role model for appropriate behavior.
- Maintaining accurate documentation of client attendance and participation in activities and therapeutic services.
- Transporting clients using a company vehicle as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
- Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
- Career development programs designed to help you grow.
- Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication.
- Commuter benefits: Employees who commute over 20 miles one way may receive a monthly stipend ($200 per month for full-time staff, $100 per month for part-time staff).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
