Counselor II

Job Details Level: Experienced Location: Los Angeles, CA 90045 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $23.00 - $27.00 Hourly Job Shift: Day Statement of Purpose: The Counselor II works as a member of the treatment team, coordinating program services, and maintaining the well‑being of clients and the integrity of the program. Major Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities Thorough knowledge of drug and alcohol dependency, mental health, family systems and 12‑Step/recovery resources in the community. Develop and maintain individualized records of client progress and participation in treatment including admission and discharge, individual, group, family, vocational (both individual and group) literacy training and other occasions as appropriate. Ability to write clear statements, summarizing client’s feelings, expressions, resistance and response to their treatment plan; goals and objectives. Includes letters to referral agencies, courts/probation. Ability to confront behavioral changes, identify a crisis, and recognize when additional assistance is necessary. Ability to recognize personal issues that have an impact on job performance and interactions with clients. Ability to demonstrate ethical and professional behavior. Ability to convey respect for cultural and lifestyle diversities of clients and staff. Ability to prepare for, and facilitate related process and educational groups. Knowledge of referrals, both in and out of the BHS treatment system. Knowledge of the philosophy and approach of the 12‑Step model of recovery (AA, CA, NA, Alanon). Ability to communicate clearly, with clients, staff, peers, supervisors and non‑BHS resources. Knowledge of computer operations; Windows and word processing (MS Word). Ability to readily adapt to the Caminar information system. Counselor II Competencies and Performance Expectations Admit, orient, and discharge clients Facilitate group process Conduct assessments Formulate treatment plans Intervene in crisis situations Adhere to professional boundaries Maintain client records Prerequisite Qualifications High school diploma or equivalency. Required current certification number issued from a statewide or nationwide credentialing body (i.e. CCAPP) received upon completion of passing the California Certification exam. Two years supervised experience working in substance abuse and/or a related field. Must have valid California driver’s license and liability insurance if driving personal vehicle on BHS business. Vision, hearing, manual dexterity and eye‑hand coordination must be adequate for performance of job duties. Ability to sit at desk, use keyboard, write and physically perform other job duties. Ability to move about the facility to observe clients and staff. Additional Qualifications Certification as domestic violence counselor required in lieu of chemical dependency counselor certification. Certification as domestic violence counselor required in addition to chemical dependency counselor certification. Class “B” California Driver’s License. Class “C” California Driver’s License. Personal vehicle with liability insurance for reimbursable mileage, generally short distances. First Aid certification, obtain within 90 days of employment and maintain current thereafter. CPR certification, obtain within 90 days of employment and maintain current thereafter. Medication training required within 30 days of employment. Bi‑lingual (specify: ___________________) Obtain NPI Number Maintain computer skills adequate to perform Caminar/word processing duties within 90 days of employment. Bilingual abilities may be required within certain BHS programs. Failure to maintain certification will result in loss of employment. Qualifications may be subject to modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act. The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements which may be inherent in the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Behavioral Health Services