Mental Health Worker

Star View Behavioral Health, Inc.; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous time off

Employer-paid medical, dental, and  ve

Voluntary benefits

On-the-job training with paid CEU

Career development programs

BBS supervision hours

Employee recognition & rewards

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group is seeking a Recovery Counselor for the Rancho Los Amigos Crisis Residential Treatment – Star View in Downey, CA. The role supports clients with mental health needs in a 16-bed residential setting, offering 24/7 intensive treatment as an alternative to hospitalization.

You will provide direct care, help with daily tasks, and maintain safety and cleanliness in the facility. A CA driver’s license is required, with CNA and ServSafe/First Aid certifications viewed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED/HiSET) is required.
• One year of 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: valid California Class “B” Driver’s License.
• Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
• Within 90 days of hire: ServSafe Food Handler Certification.
• Within 90 days of hire: First Aid certification (from an approved agency).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to meet physical and psychosocial needs.
• Ensure safety regulations are followed and facilities are kept clean.
• Assist with client laundry and household tasks.
• Drive clients in company vehicle if added to Approved Driver list.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for clients, visitors, staff, and physicians.
• Monitor daily client activities and model appropriate behaviors.
• Screen incoming clients/visitors for contraband and inventory client property.
• Monitor surveillance equipment and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Support milieu and facility operations under supervision.

Skills

Direct care

Safety awareness

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

CA Driver's License

First Aid certification

ServSafe Food Handler Certification

Class B Driver's License (preferred)

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 Counselor Division/Program: Rancho Los Amigos Crisis Residential Treatment- Star View Starting Compensation: 20.00-21.00 USD Per Hour Working Location: Downey, CA Working Hours/Shift: Sunday-Wednesday 3pm-11:30pm

Why 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 dedication

What You Bring to SBHG (Qualifications):

• Education & Experience Required: 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 & Certifications Required: 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.
• This position is also required to be added to the Approved Driver list and drive clients in the company vehicle as requested.
• This position is responsible for providing a high level of customer service through maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment for all clients, visitors, staff, and physicians.
• This care is provided through direct and indirect physical and verbal interactions with clients, modeling appropriate behaviors for clients, and monitoring daily client activities.
• This position may be asked to screen incoming clients/visitors for contraband and inventory all client property.
• This position may also be asked to monitor surveillance equipment.
• This position may also be asked to control access to the center, answer/direct incoming clients, conduct physical security checks of the center grounds, and respond to fires and/or emergencies at the center.
• This position maintain vigilance over the general milieu within the facility to facilitate quality client care, optimum facility operations and preserve the safety of all therein.
• Duties are performed under direct supervision of the Program Director, 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/

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Join an organization dedicated to improving lives and supporting those facing mental health and behavioral challenges. As a leading statewide provider, SBHG brings together over 2,000 professionals across 70+ specialized programs and 60+ locations, delivering compassionate care to more than 40,000 individuals each year. We are committed to diversity as we believe exceptional care begins with a diverse team. SBHG is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates LGBTQ+, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity across every level of our organization.