Residential Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $20-$25/hr

We're interviewing now at our Novato, CA facility! Looking for a client-focused Residential Counselor, who has knowledge of mental health and substance abuse clientele!

We are seeking to fill a Part-Time Residential Counselor position.

General Summary:

The Residential Counselor fulfills the assigned role as part of the treatment team to maintain the wellbeing of clients and the integrity of the program. Additionally, the Residential Counselor provides client supervision and staff/unit support as assigned.

Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain appropriate professional relationships with clients and staff

Supervise U/A testing, reporting and documentation

Supports clients emotionally and environmentally for comfort and safety

Facilitate outings, and educational sessions

Transport clients to meetings and appointments

Conduct contraband searches and random room searches

Listens, documents, and reports client behavior

Maintains confidentiality of clients at all time

Provides encouragement, guidance and support to clients and family members

Completes required intake paperwork

Provides crisis intervention and encourages a healthy residential and working environment

Communicates and collaborates with co-workers, clinical staff, and administration in order to deliver the best quality care possible.

Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

CPR & First Aid certification

Current RADT registration or equivalent

Valid California Driver's License

Must be able to passBackground Check

Negative TB Test

Must understand therapeutic process, confidentiality laws, professional ethics, fundamentals of addiction, and mental health disabilities and treatment

Must be willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays if needed

Equal Opportunity Employer