Menta Health Camp Counselor

Mental Health Therapeutic Camp Counselor - MA/BA AMFT, ASW to join our team!

2 locations, Irvine and Yorba Linda

SFCC Camp counselors work in a hands-on, fully immersive setting with children/teens. The summer program revolves around outdoor activities that are clinical in nature. Counselors may be called upon to teach and lead activities, identify and show others how to recognize negative/ineffective behaviors and replace them with positive ones. SFCC offers training programs that combine training with on-the-job experience. These programs allow prospective Camp Counselors to learn to work with and lead children, plan events, and learn about child development. Learn how to implement treatment plans, in addition to verbal or cognitive, Socialization, Stress reduction, self-soothing skills. Work with modalities like: Behavior Modification, Token Economy, Modeling+Rehearsal Training, Individual Behavior Therapy, Psychiatric Consultation+ Therapy, Social and Emotional Skill Training, ABA, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness.

SFCC offers training programs that combine training with on-the-job experience. These programs allow prospective Camp Counselors to learn to work with and lead children, plan events, and learn about child development.

Responsibilities:

• Establish open lines of communication for individuals with mental or emotional issues
• Offer assistance to individuals with substance abuse issues
• Provide prevention-oriented therapy
• Implement and review treatment plans
• Collaborate with additional treatment providers and placement agencies
• Ensure all documentation is completed in a timely manner

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in mental health counseling or other related fields
• Familiarity with community mental health resources
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to build rapport with clients
• Strong leadership qualities

The salary is competitive and based on education, experience, and licensing.