Mental Health Recovery Counselor

STARS Behavioral Health Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous time off

Employer-paid medical, dental, vision

Paid CEU opportunities

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group is seeking a Recovery Counselor for a 16-bed residential facility in Los Angeles, CA. The role focuses on providing direct care, maintaining safety, and supporting daily living activities for clients with mental health needs.

Position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a California Driver's License, and within 90 days: ServSafe Food Handler and First Aid certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year full-time equivalent experience in a program serving individuals with mental disabilities OR 20 hours of regulated on-the-job training within the first year.
• Valid California Driver's License is required.
• Preferred: California Class “B” Driver’s License.
• Required within 90 days: ServSafe Food Handler Certification.
• Required within 90 days: First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to meet physical and psychosocial needs of clients.
• Ensure safety regulations are followed and facilities are clean and safe.
• Assist with client laundry, household cleaning, and other tasks as needed.
• Work under supervision with some tasks performed independently.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

ServSafe Food Handler Certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Partner with us in making a positive change!Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.Job Title:Recovery CounselorDivision/Program:LA County USC Crisis Residential Treatment- Valley StarStarting Compensation:20.00 - 21.00 USD Per HourWorking Location:Los Angeles, CAWorking Hours/Shift:Friday and Saturday 3pm-11:30pmWhy Join Our Team?Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.Comprehensive Benefits Package:Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.Professional Growth Opportunities:On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.Career development programs designed to help you grow.Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedicationWhat You Bring to SBHG (Qualifications):Education & ExperienceRequired: High school diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSET, etc.).Required: One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience working in a program serving individuals with mental disabilities OR completion of 20 hours of regulated on-the-job training within the first year of employment (in addition to standard annual training requirements).Licenses & CertificationsRequired: Valid California Driver's License.Preferred: Valid California Class “B” Driver’s License.Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).Required within 90 days of hire: ServSafe Food Handler Certification.Required within 90 days of hire: First Aid certification (from an approved agency, such as the American Red Cross).How you will make a difference (Job Overview):The Recovery Counselor is a para-professional treatment team member who is responsible for providing direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the clients through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction. Ensure that all safety regulations are followed, and the facilities are maintained in a safe and clean manner. Assist with client laundry, household cleaning and other tasks as needed. This position performs a variety of tasks to ensure that the facility is in a clean, orderly, sanitary, and attractive condition. Duties are performed under direct supervision of the Program Manager, or designee in most cases, but some tasks are accomplished independently.Division & Program Overview:Facility & Setting:16-bed residential facility offering a short-term, home-like environment.24/7 intensive treatment is designed as an alternative to hospitalization or urgent care.Clinical Services Comprehensive physical/psychological evaluations, mental health counseling, and case management.Skills & Transition: Life-skills and interpersonal training, paired with dedicated assistance for locating permanent housing.Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/For Additional Information:[e-mail]