Frontline Counselor I: Recovery & Wellness

Behavioral Health Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Behavioral Health Services in Los Angeles, CA, seeks a full-time Counselor I to join their treatment team. This role involves maintaining client well-being, developing individualized treatment plans, and facilitating educational groups.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalency, counseling certification, and 1-2 years of experience in a mental health setting. Strong interpersonal skills and cultural awareness are essential for collaborating with diverse clients.

Qualifications

• Must be registered in a state-recognized chemical dependency counselor certification program.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a counseling or mental health setting.
• Bilingual preferred, with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client well-being as part of the treatment team.
• Develop and maintain individualized records of client progress.
• Facilitate educational groups and document client intake.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Strong interpersonal skills

Cultural awareness

Assessment development

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Counseling certification

Tools

Electronic health records

MS Word

Job description

Behavioral Health Services in Los Angeles, CA, seeks a full-time Counselor I to join their treatment team. This role involves maintaining client well-being, developing individualized treatment plans, and facilitating educational groups.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalency, counseling certification, and 1-2 years of experience in a mental health setting. Strong interpersonal skills and cultural awareness are essential for collaborating with diverse clients.