On Call Recovery Counselor

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Job Title:
Recovery Counselor- On Call
Division/Program:
Olive View UCLA Crisis Residential Treatment-Star View
Starting Compensation:
$19-$22/hr
Working Location:
Sylmar, CA
Working Hours/Shift:
On-Call/ Per Diem
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):

• 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 Nurse's Assistant (Preferred)
• Valid California Driver's License - required.
• Valid California Class "B" Driver's 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: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/
For Additional Information:
samlopez@starsinc.com
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Grade State Range: 17.71 - 24.79 USD Hourly