Victor·Chico, California
The Family Support Counselor provides individual and family support services, including case management, advocacy, and behavioral interventions. They are responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and actively participating in treatment team meetings.
Join Victor as a Family Support Counselor – Help Others Soar!
Are you dedicated to creating meaningful and lasting positive change in your community? Do you excel in roles that combine empathy with purposeful action? Victor Community Support Services seeks compassionate, motivated individuals to join our team as Family Support Counselors, supporting youth and families through life's complexities.
Whether you're just starting or looking for a meaningful career shift, we provide full training, mentorship, and a team-driven environment to help you succeed.
Under the direct supervision of the assigned Supervisor, the Family Support Counselor has responsibility for providing support services to individuals and families as identified in the designated program and/or individualized plan.
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Provides individual and family support services in accordance with the individualized plans.
Services may include: providing referrals, advocacy and support to individuals and families (clients), linkage and case management services, support groups, educational services and support, transportation, home management assistance, recreational activities, and behavioral interventions and management, etc.
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Able to effectively engage and develop relationships with appropriate boundaries with assigned clients.
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Effectively manages a flexible community-based schedule.
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Completes all required documentation according to Agency and program standards within required time constraints.
These may include: client contact forms, CANS, service activity summaries, data tracking, daily progress notes for all mental health services provided, mileage documentation, and other administrative duties, etc.
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Is an active member of assigned treatment teams.
Assumes assigned responsibility within the team in accordance to program needs which may include operating effectively within a Teaming Model and act as a liaison with other community agencies and resources.
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Meets Agency service percentage standard reflecting expected time spent with clients, if applicable.
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Completes other assigned program operational tasks in accordance with supervisory directives.
1. Must possess a high school diploma/GED. No previous experience required.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.
