Counselor

Clear Behavioral Health; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

Wellness programs

Job summary

Clear Behavioral Health in Redondo Beach, CA, is seeking a Counselor to interface with clients individually and in groups, coordinating care and discharge planning within a compassionate, evidence-based program. You will conduct individual sessions, lead group sessions, support family therapy, document thoroughly, and ensure licensing standards are met while allocating up to 25 client hours weekly.

Must have a mental health background, residential/outpatient experience, and a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in a mental health-related field.
• Experience in residential or outpatient behavioral health settings.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee counselor documentation and assess for deficiencies.
• Attend and participate in clinical team meetings.
• Facilitate multi-disciplinary treatment planning and updates for assigned clients.
• Conduct individual sessions for all assigned clients.
• Facilitates group sessions, education, and meetings per program schedule.
• Coordinates family/conjoint therapy as specified in individual client’s treatment plans.
• Contacts all family members weekly and referral sources.
• Provides daily clinical progress notes in the client’s chart.
• Participates in in-service training, individual/group supervision meetings, and counselor/residential staff interface meeting.
• Ensures client records for assigned case load are comprehensive, complete, neat and meet licensing standards.
• Provides urine analysis to clients of the same gender after successfully completing the UA competency exam.
• Routinely attend meetings and/or events where clients are present to observe staff conduct.
• Represent program positively in all scenarios perceived as marketing opportunities.
• Manage and deliver up to 25 client-facing service hours per week, with up to 15 hours allocated for administrative and non-billable duties.
• Other duties as assigned by the clinical director or program director.

Skills

Independent work

Compassionate communication

Cultural competence

Counseling techniques

Empathy and detachment

Addiction knowledge

Sustainability practices

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred) in mental health field

Valid driver's license

Job description

Clear Behavioral Health is dedicated to supporting individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges through compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based care. We provide a full continuum of services, including detox, dual diagnosis treatment, residential and outpatient programs, and specialized mental health services, all delivered by a multidisciplinary team of experienced clinicians and support professionals. Our person-centered approach focuses on treating the whole individual, while empowering clients with the tools, structure, and support needed to achieve long-term recovery and lasting stability

Summary of Position

The Counselor interfaces on an individual and group basis with clients. The Counselor is responsible for the coordination of care, supporting clients and showing them how to navigate the program, individual case management, and discharge planning.

Essential Responsibilities

• Oversee counselor documentation in clinical section of each client chart and assess for deficiencies.
• Attends and participates in clinical team meetings.
• Facilitates multi-disciplinary treatment planning and updates for assigned clients (ensures inclusion of all treatment modalities/ disciplines).
• Conducts individual sessions for all assigned clients.
• Facilitates group sessions, education, and meetings per program schedule.
• Coordinates family/conjoint therapy as specified in individual client’s treatment plans.
• Contacts all family members weekly and referral sources.
• Provides daily clinical progress notes in the client’s chart.
• Participates in in-service training, individual/group supervision meetings, and counselor/residential staff interface meeting.
• Ensures client records for assigned case load are comprehensive, complete, neat and meet licensing standards.
• Provides urine analysis to clients of the same gender after successfully completing the UA competency exam.
• Routinely attend meetings and/or events where clients are present to observe staff conduct.
• Represent program positively in all scenarios perceived as marketing opportunities.
• Manage and deliver up to 25 client-facing service hours per week, with up to 15 hours allocated for administrative and non-billable duties.
• Other duties as assigned by the clinical director or program director.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree(preferred) in a mental health related field or up to 3 years working in the behavioral health field.
• Experience working in a residential or outpatient setting.
• Valid driver’s license.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate communication skills and ability to establish a therapeutic alliance with clients.
• Cultural competence and ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Proven advanced skills in facilitating individual/group counseling.
• Ability to relate with detachment and empathy to clients and families.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of addiction and human behavior.
• Experience with sustainability practices in facility management.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• Retirement plan
• Paid sick, time off, and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Other company - sponsored wellness or support programs

Pay:

$21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Schedule:

Monday through Friday(830am-5pm) fully on-site.