Recovery Counselor

About the role

The Recovery Counselor is a para-professional treatment team member responsible for providing direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of clients through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction. This role ensures compliance with safety regulations, maintains facilities, assists with client laundry and household cleaning, and provides customer service.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all safety regulations are followed and facilities are maintained in a safe and clean manner.
• Assist with client laundry, household cleaning, and other tasks as needed.
• Perform a variety of tasks to ensure the facility is clean, orderly, sanitary, and attractive.
• Drive clients in the company vehicle as requested.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for clients, visitors, staff, and physicians through direct and indirect physical and verbal interactions.
• Screen incoming clients/visitors for contraband and inventory all client property.
• Monitor surveillance equipment and control access to the center.
• Respond to fires and/or emergencies at the center.
• Maintain vigilance over the general milieu within the facility to facilitate quality client care, optimum facility operations, and preserve the safety of all therein.

Requirements

• A 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 CA driver's license and maintain a driving record that meets the company driver eligibility policy. 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.

Qualifications

• A 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 CA driver's license and maintain a driving record that meets the company driver eligibility policy. 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.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and maintain a clean environment.
• Basic knowledge of mental health and crisis intervention techniques.
• Proficiency in operating company vehicles.
• Ability to handle emergency situations and respond to alarms.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Salary matching skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
• Career development programs designed to help you grow.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
• Employee Recognition & Rewards: Celebrates and rewards hard work and dedication.

Pay

$20.00 - $22.00 USD per hour.

Schedule

Fri-Mon 3 pm to 11:30 pm.