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Job Title:

Recovery Counselor

Division/Program:

LA County USC Crisis Residential Treatment-Central Star

Starting Compensation:

$20-$22 USD Per Hour

Working Location:

Los Angeles, CA

Working Hours/Shift:

Sat & Sun 11 pm to 7:30 pm

What SBHG brings to you (benefits):

• Competitive compensation
• Company paid benefits package including medical, dental and vision and many other voluntary benefits for employees
• Generous vacation and holiday pay
• On the job training including paid CEU opportunities and career development
• AMFT, ACSW and APCC’s receive supervision for BBS hours (when applicable)
• Click here to learn more: https://www.starsinc.com/careers/employee-benefits

What you bring to SBHG (qualifications):

• Valid California Driver’s License

• Valid California Class “B” Driver’s License preferred.

• Completion of 15 semester / 24 quarter units in psychology, sociology, or related behavioral sciences coursework from a recognized college, or

• Six months of full-time experience performing non-professional, consumer-directed services in mental health, health care, or other social services agencies/organization.

• Certification as Nurse’s Assistant (optional)

• Ability to pass background check, drug screen and criminal record test.

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. Duties are performed under direct supervision of the Program Coordinator, but some tasks are accomplished independently. Job duties include promotes and assists clients with self-help skills in the areas of eating, hygiene and grooming, and other activity or nursing activities. Encourages client’s interaction and socialization with other peers, providing feedback to clients on appropriate behavior while acting as a role model. Transports clients in facility vehicles as directed. Conducts and assists both large and small activity groups and outings independently but under the supervision of the Program Manager or his/her designee.

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:

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Grade State Range: 18.06 - 25.29 USD Hourly