Full-Time Recovery Counselor
About The Position
The Recovery Counselor works in a 24/7 adult voluntary inpatient Crisis Residential Treatment Facility in Fresno, California. The program serves adults ages 18–59 in a 16-bed facility, with stays of up to 30 days. Services include rehabilitation and recovery, including substance use rehabilitation, pre-vocational or vocational counseling, and medication evaluation and support. The role’s primary responsibility is assisting clients with daily living skills and care needs, including eating, personal hygiene, and grooming. The counselor also supports participation in activities and therapeutic programs, helps lead group activities and outings, encourages positive social interaction, and documents client participation and responses in the medical record. The position is scheduled Tuesday through Saturday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, such as a GED or HiSET.
- Valid CPR, First Aid, and ProAct certifications are required within 30 days of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in a social science field.
- Six months of direct care experience in a mental health setting; a non-professional, consumer-directed internship may be substituted.
- Valid California driver’s license and eligibility to meet agency driving criteria.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with daily living skills and care needs, including eating, personal hygiene, and grooming.
- Monitor attendance and encourage participation in activities and therapeutic programs through positive motivation and support.
- Help lead group activities and outings.
- Promote positive social interaction among clients and serve as a positive role model.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client participation and responses in the medical record.
- Participate in treatment team meetings as needed.
Benefits
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Additional voluntary benefits.
- Vacation and holiday pay.
- On-the-job training and access to paid CEU opportunities.
- Career development programs.
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals, where applicable.
- Employee recognition and rewards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
