Primary Counselor

Meadowbrook-Behavioral-Health-Center; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UKG Wallet

Competitive wages

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Continuing Education & Training

Job summary

Meadowbrook-Behavioral-Health-Center is hiring a Primary Counselor in Los Angeles, CA. You will assess client needs, conduct individual and group counseling sessions, and implement individualized behavioral programs under supervision of the Program Director.

The role requires certification as a substance abuse counselor and at least two years of relevant experience or education. We offer a supportive team environment and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have: Certified Substance abuse counselor with relevant experience.
• Two years direct care work experience in inpatient or outpatient behavioral setting, or two years of college-level coursework including behavioral health, or a combination totaling two years.

Responsibilities

• Assess client needs and conduct individual and group counseling sessions.
• Implement individualized behavioral programs.
• Maintain case notes and monitor client progress.
• Develop treatment plans with interdisciplinary team supervision.

Skills

Certified Substance abuse counselor

Two years direct care work experience

Two years of college-level coursework

Two years total experience/education

Education

Two years of college-level coursework including behavioral health

Job description

Description

Are You Looking for Your New Career? We are now hiring a Primary Counselor to join our dynamic team!

Salary Range: $24-$26 per hour

We believe in cultivating a family culture and thrive on person-centered care, while building a positive culture focused on a shared vision, trust, communication, and collaboration. Our mission is to provide compassionate, quality care that focuses on the unique needs of our residents and families. We believe in teamwork, respect, appreciation, and integrity.

What Makes Us Special?

• UKG Wallet: Access earned wages before payday.
• Competitive Wages: We offer a great salary package.
• Great Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Continuing Education & Training: Stay current with industry standards.

Are you ready to contribute to a team committed to excellent customer service and dedicated to each individual’s unique talent?

If Yes, How You Will Contribute to the Team:

As a Primary Counselor, you will provide crucial therapeutic support to clients by assessing their needs, conducting individual and group counseling sessions, and implementing individualized behavioral programs. You will work cooperatively with an interdisciplinary team under the supervision of the Program Director to offer treatment options, help resolve problems, and assist clients in managing stress, mental health challenges, and other life issues. You will maintain case notes, monitor client progress, and actively participate in the development of treatment plans.

Must Have:

• Certified Substance abuse counselor
• Two years' direct care work experience in an inpatient or outpatient behavioral setting; or
• Two years of college-level coursework including behavioral health; or
• A combination of relevant experience and education totaling two years.

Nice to have:

• Background education in psychology, sociology, social work, counseling, or related fields.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay Transparency Statement

Compensation for roles varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by state or local law, we provide a reasonable pay scale to include the hourly or salary range that we reasonably expect to pay for roles, as stated above.

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