Group Life Counselor I, II, or III

Sea Mar Community Health Centers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 27,607 - 31,643; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off starting at 24 days per year plus 10 paid holidays

401(k) retirement options

Job summary

Sea Mar Community Health Centers is seeking a full-time Group Life Counselor for its Behavioral Health Department. This position involves providing direct services to patients dealing with substance abuse in an inpatient setting. Candidates should possess a B.A. in relevant fields and have a solid understanding of chemical dependency treatment.

Ideal applicants will have experience in counseling and supervising youth, and this role offers an attractive benefits package including medical, dental, and paid time off. Join a team dedicated to serving diverse communities with comprehensive health services.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring understanding of direct services.
• Mid-level position requiring experience with high-risk youth.
• Senior position requiring extensive experience and collaboration with CDP.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct services to patients in a residential setting.
• Facilitate treatment educational groups and counseling.
• Supervise patients in a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Skills

Understanding of chemical dependency

Counseling techniques

Team collaboration

Education

B.A. degree in Psychology, Sociology, or Human Services

Associates degree in Chemical Dependency

Job description

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services.

Hourly Rate: $20.04 - $22.97

Position Summary

This full‑time Group Life Counselor position is part of the Behavioral Health Department, located at Renacer Youth Treatment Center, an inpatient facility for young adults suffering from substance abuse. The role requires direct services to patients in a residential setting, including group care, intake procedures, evaluation, individual and group counseling, milieu management, and supervision of patients.

Group Life Counselor I

Entry‑level Human Service position as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team. Responsibilities include delivering direct services such as group care, intake procedures, evaluation, individual and group counseling, milieu management, and patient supervision. The candidate is expected to have a “base to moderate” understanding of these services and recognize chemical dependency as a treatable illness.

Group Life Counselor II

Mid‑level Human Service position with a multidisciplinary team. The role involves providing the full range of direct services to out‑of‑control, high‑risk, chronic runaway youth, many of whom have a primary diagnosis of chemical dependency and may also have mental health issues. Desired attributes include good character, physical and emotional stability, and suitability to meet the needs of the adolescent population. The candidate is expected to have a “moderate to complete” understanding of the services listed.

GLC II – Education and/or Experience

• B.A. degree in Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or two years of experience working with high‑risk youth
• Background check from DSHS and Washington State Patrol at hire and yearly; a Washington State driver’s license if applicable
• Current CPR certification (renewed every two years) and first‑aid certification (renewed every three years)

Group Life Counselor III

Senior Human Service position responsible for delivering direct services to patients, facilitating treatment educational groups, and providing individual or group counseling. These patients primarily have a diagnosis of chemical dependency with possible co‑occurring mental health conditions. The GLC III collaborates closely with CDP in treatment activities.

GLC III – Education and/or Experience

• B.A. degree in Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, Addictions, or a related field
• Associates degree in Chemical Dependency and at least two years’ experience working with at‑risk populations
• Experience with high‑risk youth or adults preferred
• Current CPR certification (renewed every two years) and first‑aid certification (renewed every three years)

What We Offer

Sea Mar offers a fulfilling career with opportunities for advancement. Full‑time employees working 30 or more hours per week receive an outstanding benefits package:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off starting at 24 days per year plus 10 paid holidays

We also provide 401(k) retirement options and a culturally diverse work environment.

Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.