Lead Counselor-Pasadena

The Salvation Army Southern California; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Wellness incentives

Retirement Plan

Optional benefits (Pre-paid Legal, AFL

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Store discounts

Great work perks discounts

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California’s Pasadena ARC is seeking a Lead Counselor to supervise program staff, provide counseling, and develop individualized Rehabilitation Plans for beneficiaries. The role emphasizes teamwork, compliance with ARC standards, and active Christian service within the community.

Qualifications include CADC certification, 1 year teaching experience, clean driving record, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• CADC Level I certification or higher required.
• 1 year experience teaching or presenting material pertaining to Rehabilitation from addiction.
• Valid Driver's License and Clean MVR.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, MSWord, Excel, and Access with ability to learn additional software.
• Age 21 or above.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to make critical decisions and work with minimal supervision
• Ability to track multiple tasks efficiently, completing each in a professional and timely fashion.
• Professional judgment and integrity in holding in confidence all information pertaining to beneficiaries, families and co-workers.
• Commitment to support and apply the philosophy and goals of The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center Program and the ARC Mission Statement.
• Active Christian worldview.
• If in recovery, must have 3 years of continuous sobriety.
• No evidence of existing chemical dependency.

Responsibilities

• Recruit adequate staff for each program need in cooperation with the ARC HR coordinator, and in accordance with ARC and TSA policies.
• Recruit, train, and utilize community volunteers appropriately and effectively.
• Hold weekly program meetings to assure communication and team support.
• Ensure intake operations are developed and operated with ARC standards.
• Ensure all paperwork and data entry is performed as dictated by ARCC and conform with local requirements
• Ensure curriculum is compliant with ARC standards.
• Ensure appropriate teaching objectives and outlines are utilized.
• Ensure appropriate teachers are recruited for all classes.
• Ensure one-on-one counseling (minimum bi-weekly) and group process counseling (weekly) is done.
• Network with local colleges and universities to recruit interns.
• Adequately train interns.
• Either supervise and/or find supervisor consultant to provide appropriate supervision of interns.
• Assign counseling and teaching assignments to each intern.
• Assist beneficiaries to understand and overcome social and emotional problems through individual and process group counseling.
• Keep beneficiary files current with proper documentation of counseling and class activities for those beneficiaries assigned.
• Develop individual Rehabilitation Plans for beneficiaries seen in counseling.
• Assist assigned beneficiaries in preparation for 3 and 5-month reviews.
• Conduct Christian education classes as assigned.
• Lead other groups or classes.
• Teach classes in the program’s educational component.
• Attend weekly Case Conference and provide input to discussion as helpful.
• Provide and maintain counseling statistics for monthly Program reports.
• Document and maintain appropriate Progress Notes in beneficiary files.
• Assess spiritual needs of beneficiaries seen in counseling and make referrals to Chaplain as needed.
• Attend at least one Wednesday night chapel service each month.
• Serve as back-up to other counselors as needed.
• Monitor Overtime. All overtime must be approved by Administrator or their designee.
• Cooperate and coordinate with the Administrator to mutually develop the most successful program.
• Ensure program department remains compliant with ARCC review standards.
• Travel to events both in the area and in the territory
• Perform other duties as assigned by the ARC Administrator.

Skills

CADC

Teaching experience

Driver's license

MS Office

Age 21+

Organizational skills

Decision making

Task management

Professional integrity

Christian worldview

Recovery sobriety 3 years

No chemical dependency

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Access

Job description

About The Arc

The Salvation Army (TSA) Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is a no-fee program to assist men & women in their journey to complete our rehabilitation program. We are grateful for the contributions our valued employees make toward the maintenance and effectiveness of the programs. The organization is indebted to and dependent on the diligence and devotion of its employees.

About The Arc

The Salvation Army (TSA) Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is a no-fee program to assist men & women in their journey to complete our rehabilitation program. We are grateful for the contributions our valued employees make toward the maintenance and effectiveness of the programs. The organization is indebted to and dependent on the diligence and devotion of its employees.

About Our Program Team

Become part of the dedicated team at The Salvation Army! Together we can continue to serve and impact our local community, through the commitment to “Do The Most Good” at our Pasadena ARC, which supports the Adult Rehabilitation Program. This is an opportunity to promote a positive shopping/donor experience, enhance customer service, problem-solving, and teamwork skills while contributing to the success of our Program and its participants.

Pay Rate $27.00

Employee Benefits Offered

• Opportunity for career growth
• Paid time off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Wellness Program Incentives
• Retirement Plan
• Optional benefits, including Pre-paid Legal Service, AFLAC, Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Store Discounts
• Great Work Perks Discounts (Amusement Parks, Museums, Services, and more!)
• Employee Referral Bonuses

DEPARTMENT: PROGRAM

POSITION TITLE: LEAD COUNSELOR

STATUS: FULL-TIME

SUPERVISOR: ADMINISTRATOR FOR PROGRAM

General Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Qualifications

• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) Level I certified or higher required.
• 1-year experience teaching or presenting material pertaining to Rehabilitation from addiction.
• Valid Driver's License and Clean MVR
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, MSWord, Excel, and Access with ability to learn additional software as appropriate.
• Age 21 or above
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to make critical decisions and work with minimal supervision
• Ability to track multiple tasks efficiently, completing each in a professional and timely fashion.
• Professional judgment and integrity in holding in confidence all information pertaining to beneficiaries, families and co-workers.
• Commitment to support and apply the philosophy and goals of The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center Program and the ARC Mission Statement.
• Active Christian worldview.
• If in recovery, must have 3 years of continuous sobriety.
• No evidence of existing chemical dependency.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel or twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and other office equipment
• Ability to communicate clearly on the telephone
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to perform various repetitive motion tasks

General Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Center Administrator the Lead Counselor is responsible for managing the Program staff providing the counseling care and education that is directly provided to beneficiaries. As a team member in the Rehabilitation area, she/he promotes a climate for effective performance and learning through her/his attitudes, willingness to teach and learn and availability to beneficiaries and staff. Encouragement is given to the individual to continue to seek experience and training, which will enhance her/his ability to work, more effectively with those who seek Salvation Army services. Recommended Reading: My Brother, New Frontier, War Cry, Year Book.

Essential Job Duties

• PERSONNEL AND STAFFING
• Recruit adequate staff for each program need in cooperation with the ARC HR coordinator, and in accordance with ARC and TSA policies
• Recruit, train, and utilize community volunteers appropriately and effectively.
• Hold weekly program meetings to assure communication and team support.
• INTAKE OPERATIONS
• Ensure intake operations are developed and operated with ARC standards.
• Ensure all paperwork and data entry is performed as dictated by ARCC and conform with local requirements
• CURRICULUM
• Ensure curriculum is compliant with ARC standards
• Ensure appropriate teaching objectives and outlines are utilized
• Ensure appropriate teachers are recruited for all classes
• Ensure one-on-one counseling (minimum bi-weekly) and group process counseling (weekly) is done
• INTERN PROGRAM
• Network with local colleges and universities to recruit interns
• Adequately train interns
• Either supervise and/or find supervisor consultant to provide appropriate supervision of interns
• Assign counseling and teaching assignments to each intern
• COUNSELING
• Assist beneficiaries to understand and overcome social and emotional problems through individual and process group counseling.
• Keep beneficiary files current with proper documentation of counseling and class activities for those beneficiaries assigned.
• Develop individual Rehabilitation Plans for beneficiaries seen in counseling.
• Assist assigned beneficiaries in preparation for 3 and 5-month reviews.
• Conduct Christian education classes as assigned.
• Lead other groups or classes.
• Teach classes in the program’s educational component.
• Attend weekly Case Conference and provide input to discussion as helpful.
• Provide and maintain counseling statistics for monthly Program reports.
• Document and maintain appropriate Progress Notes in beneficiary files.
• Assess spiritual needs of beneficiaries seen in counseling and make referrals to Chaplain as needed.
• Attend at least one Wednesday night chapel service each month.
• Serve as back-up to other counselors as needed.
• Monitor Overtime. All overtime must be approved by Administrator or their designee.
• OTHER DUTIES
• Cooperate and coordinate with the Administrator to mutually develop the most successful program.
• Ensure program department remains compliant with ARCC review standards.
• Travel to events both in the area and in the territory
• Perform other duties as assigned by the ARC Administrator.

Schedule

Work schedules are determined by Management, and employee must be flexible to always ensure adequate coverage. Full-time employees may be scheduled to work any full-time shift including evenings, weekends, and holidays.