Primary Counselor - Per Diem/On Call - Entry Level

Sierra Vista Behavioral Health Center; Highland (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 30,238; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access earned wages before payday

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Support for professional development

Continuing education and training

Job summary

A leading behavioral health facility in California is seeking per diem Primary Counselors to join their team. The role involves providing therapeutic support, conducting counseling sessions, and implementing behavioral programs for clients. Ideal candidates should have two years of direct care work experience or relevant college coursework in behavioral health. This position offers a salary range of $21.00 to $21.95 per hour, with opportunities for professional growth and great benefits.

Qualifications

• Two years' direct care work experience in an inpatient or outpatient behavioral setting.
• Two years of college-level coursework including behavioral health.
• Relevant experience and education totaling two years.

Responsibilities

• Provide crucial therapeutic support to clients.
• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions.
• Implement individualized behavioral programs.
• Maintain case notes and monitor client progress.

Skills

Therapeutic support

Individual counseling

Group counseling

Behavioral program implementation

Education

Two years of college-level coursework in behavioral health

Job description

Overview

Are You Looking for Your New Career? We are now hiring per diem (on call) Primary Counselors to join our dynamic team!

We are a five-star behavioral nursing facility recently listed among Newsweek Magazine's "Best Nursing Homes in America." We set high standards for our residents and high expectations for our co‑workers. If you are motivated, dependable, and kind, we want you!

Salary Range: $21.00 to $21.95 per hour

Flexible days/hours

About Us

Sierra Vista Behavioral Health Center values high quality, compassionate care above all else. We are looking to expand our team with people who share our commitment to care and hold themselves to high expectations on behalf of their residents, teammates, and company.

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.
• Growth Opportunities: We support your professional development.
• Continuing Education & Training: Stay current with industry standards.

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

• 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.