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Serenity Knolls·Forest Knolls, California
Counselor 1 · $25 - $26/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 5,294 posted behavioral health roles in California rates. This role sits in the 24th percentile.
Pay for this role is about 36% below the California median for behavioral health roles.
Provide treatment and support to patients recovering from substance use or behavioral problems by conducting group sessions and managing individual treatment plans. Ensure timely documentation of patient care and act as a liaison between referral sources and insurance carriers.
Overview SIGN ON BONUS! WE NEED SWING SHIFT AND NIGHT SHIFT (NOC) COUNSELORS VETERANS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY PURPOSE STATEMENT: Provide treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from substance use, eating disorders or other behavioral problems. Pay Range: $25 - $26 per hour - Plus shift differential
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Conduct group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required. · Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors. · May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments for patients. · May prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient. · Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner. · May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients. · Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed. · May plan for aftercare for assigned patients. · May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested. · May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care. · Evaluate the need of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed. · Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. OTHER FUNCTIONS: · Must be able to pass a MVR/DMV clearance for driving · Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: · High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in social or health services field preferred. · Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum through education or certification process required. Must be 21 years old and able to pass a MVR/DMV clearance for driving LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: · Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates; OR state license or certification eligible within the timeframe designated by the facility. · CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). · First aid may be required based on state or facility. ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS: · Completion of ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. SERKNO #LI-SKTC
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with a bachelor's degree in a social or health services field preferred. Candidates must possess relevant counseling experience and be eligible for state-required licensure or certification.
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.