Mental Health Residential 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. Job Title: Recovery Counselor Division/Program: Olive View Crisis Residential Treatment- Star View Starting Compensation: 21.00-22.00 USD Per Hour Working Location: Sylmar, CA Working Hours/Shift: Sunday-Thursday 7am-3:30pm How you will make a difference (Job Overview): The Recovery Counselor is a para-professional treatment team member who is responsible for providing direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the clients through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction. Ensure that all safety regulations are followed, and the facilities are maintained in a safe and clean manner. Assist with client laundry, household cleaning and other tasks as needed. This position performs a variety of tasks to ensure that the facility is in a clean, orderly, sanitary, and attractive condition. Duties are performed under direct supervision of the Program Manager, or designee in most cases, but some tasks are accomplished independently. Division/Program Overview: 16-bed facilities Designed for adults with mental health challenges or a recent crisis who need intensive treatment. 24/7 programs as an alternative to urgent care or hospitalization. Individuals can live on-site in a homelike setting for a short term while they receive counseling and learn basic living and interpersonal skills. Able to receive physical and psychological evaluation, mental health, and case management services, in addition to assistance locating permanent housing. Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/ For Additional Information: [email protected] We are committed to providing a career-enhancing environment for dedicated professionals desiring to improve the lives of people living with mental health and other challenges to their well-being. SBHG currently employs approximately 1,900 people at more than 45 different sites throughout California. We serve more than 30,000 adults, children, youth and families annually throughout the state. We strongly value and are committed to having a truly diverse workforce and environment- including LGBTQ, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity in our workforce.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED, HiSET, etc.) plus one (1) year full-time equivalent experience working in a program serving persons with mental disabilities required OR completion of a minimum of 20 hours on-the-job training as defined by regulations within one (1) year of employment (in addition to the annually required 20 hours of training).
- Must possess a valid CA driver's license and maintain a driving record that meets the company driver eligibility policy.
- SERV Safe Food Handler Certification or obtained within 90 days of employment.
- First Aid certification from persons qualified by agencies including but not limited to the American Red Cross or obtained within 90 days of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Certification as Nurse’s Assistant (Preferred)
- Valid California Class “B” Driver’s License preferred.
Responsibilities
- providing direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the clients through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction
- Ensure that all safety regulations are followed
- Maintain the facilities in a safe and clean manner
- Assist with client laundry, household cleaning and other tasks as needed
- Ensure that the facility is in a clean, orderly, sanitary, and attractive condition.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
- 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.
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
- Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
