Residential Counselor

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Job Title : Recovery Counselor

Division / Program :

MLK / Mark Ridley Behavioral Health (MLK

Starting Compensation :

20.00 - 22.00 USD Per Hour

Working Location : Los Angeles CA 90059

Working Hours / Shift :

On Call

Why Join Our Team

• 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.

On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.

Employee Recognition & Rewards : A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What you bring to SBHG (Qualifications) :

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).

Certification as Nurses Assistant (Preferred)

Valid California Drivers License required.

Valid California Class B Drivers License preferred.

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.

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. 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.

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 : Additional Information :

In accordance with California law the grade for this position is 18.06 - 25.29. Placement within the grade is determined based on experience internal equity and other factors permitted by law.

Key Skills

Cobol,Council,Creative Production,ABAP,Insurance Paralegal,Light Vehicle Driving

Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1