Recovery Counselor
About The Position
This position has primary responsibility for providing direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the clients through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction. Duties are performed under direct supervision of the Program Coordinator, or designee, in most cases, but some tasks are accomplished independently. The Capital Star Crisis Residential Program serves Transition-Age Youth (TAY) needing a higher level of care short of psychiatric hospitalization. The program operates 24/7 and offers individual therapy, group rehabilitation, medication management, and clinical case management. Length of stay is an extended residential treatment timeline, varying based on individual stabilization, recovery, and housing transition goals. Services also include educational guidance, vocational training/support, housing placement/location assistance, recovery-oriented care, peer support, life skills development, and community connection building.
Requirements
- Valid California Driver’s License and current automobile insurance.
- Maintain a driving record that meets the company driver's eligibility policy.
- Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist (MHRS) certification required (can be obtained after hire).
- Recovery Counselor I: High school diploma (or equivalent) plus one year of full-time experience in consumer-directed services within a mental health, healthcare, or social services setting.
- Recovery Counselor II: Associate degree plus six years of experience in the mental health field.
- Recovery Counselor II: Bachelor’s Degree (Mental Health Field) plus four years of experience in the mental health field.
- Recovery Counselor II: Master’s Degree (Mental Health Field) plus two years of experience in the mental health field.
Nice To Haves
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
Responsibilities
- Providing direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the clients through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction.
- Performing duties under direct supervision of the Program Coordinator, or designee, with some tasks accomplished independently.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Generous Time Off
- Ample vacation and holiday pay
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle
- On-the-job training
- Access to paid CEU opportunities
- Career development programs
- Employee Recognition & Rewards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
