Full Time Residential Counselor - Mental Health 606
About The Position
The Residential Counselor provides direct and indirect services to individuals and groups receiving services. The role is with Telecare Magnolia House, a 16-bed crisis residential treatment program on the USC Campus in Los Angeles, California. The program provides short-term, 24/7 crisis residential services for adults ages 18 and older. It aims to help people experiencing acute psychiatric distress avoid inpatient hospitalization, emergency services, and incarceration; regain stability in a safe, homelike environment; begin working toward longer-term recovery goals; and connect with stable housing and ongoing treatment. This is a full-time morning-shift position, scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Expected starting wage is $23.00; the assigned pay range varies by geographic location, and starting pay may reflect relevant experience above the minimum requirements.
Requirements
- High school graduation or a GED equivalent.
- At least one year of direct service experience in a mental health setting.
- A valid and current driver’s license.
- Personal vehicle insurance with the employee listed as a driver.
- Willingness to use the company vehicle to transport clients.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct and indirect services to individuals and groups receiving services.
- Use a company vehicle to drive clients to appointments, groups, and other activities.
Benefits
- Paid time off accrual for eligible employees working at least 20 hours per week, with prorated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
- Nine paid holidays.
- Shift differentials for hourly staff: 6% for PM shifts and 10% for NOC shifts.
- Weekend shift differentials for hourly staff: 5% for Weekend AM, 11% for Weekend PM, and 15% for Weekend NOC shifts.
- Free continuing education units (CEUs).
- Free supervision for BBS Associate License.
- Coaching and mentorship.
- Online University tuition discount and company scholarships.
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
- 401(k).
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
