Recovery Counselor
About The Position
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.
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 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
