Evening Recovery Counselor – Crisis Care

3M HEALTHCARE; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Generous Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Paid CEU opportunities

Career development programs

On‑site supervision for BBS hours

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group in Sylmar, CA seeks a Recovery Counselor to provide direct care for adults with mental health needs in a 16‑bed crisis residential setting. You will help with daily living activities, maintain a safe therapeutic environment, and support staff in delivering high‑quality care.

The position offers an evening shift Tue–Sat 3:00 PM–11:30 PM, competitive pay of $20.00–$21.00 per hour, and a comprehensive benefits package including employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent plus one year experience serving persons with mental disabilities, or 20 hours on‑the‑job training within one year.
• Nurse’s Assistant certification is preferred.
• Valid CA driver’s license; Class B preferred and clean driving record.
• SERV Safe Food Handler Certification within 90 days of employment.
• First Aid certification within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care meeting physical and psychosocial needs of clients.
• Ensure safety regulations are followed and facilities are clean.
• Assist with client laundry, household chores, and general tasks.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and therapeutic milieu.
• Drive clients in company vehicle when added to approved driver list.
• Deliver high level customer service and support to clients, visitors, staff, and physicians.
• Model appropriate behaviors and monitor daily client activities.
• Screen visitors for contraband and inventory client property.
• Monitor surveillance equipment and control center access.
• Respond to fires and emergencies at the center.
• Maintain vigilance over milieu to support quality care and safety.
• Perform duties under supervision; some tasks may be done independently.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of minimum 20 hours of on‑the‑job training within one year of employment

Certification as Nurse’s Assistant (preferred)

Tools

Nurse’s Assistant certification

CA driver’s license (Class B preferred)

SERV Safe Food Handler Certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Stars Behavioral Health Group in Sylmar, CA seeks a Recovery Counselor to provide direct care for adults with mental health needs in a 16‑bed crisis residential setting. You will help with daily living activities, maintain a safe therapeutic environment, and support staff in delivering high‑quality care.

The position offers an evening shift Tue–Sat 3:00 PM–11:30 PM, competitive pay of $20.00–$21.00 per hour, and a comprehensive benefits package including employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision