Recovery Counselor

Stars Behavioral Health Group; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid CEUs

Time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group in Orange, CA is seeking a Recovery Counselor for the Crisis Residential program. Starting pay is 18.00–21.00 USD per hour. Work Tue–Sat, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, on-site.

You’ll provide direct care, support self‑help skills, and assist groups under supervision to help adults with mental health needs. Qualifications include completing 15 semester units in psychology or related fields and at least 6 months of relevant experience, plus a CA driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Completion of 15 semester units in psychology, sociology, or related behavioural sciences from an accredited college.
• Six months of full-time experience performing non-professional, consumer-directed services within a mental health, healthcare, or social services organization.
• Valid California Driver’s License with an eligible driving record per company policy (Class “B” license preferred).
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is a plus (optional). Meet agency driver eligibility criteria.

Responsibilities

• Promote and assist clients with self-help skills in eating, hygiene and grooming, and other activities or nursing activities.
• Encourage client interactions and socialization with other peers, providing feedback to clients on appropriate behaviour while acting as a role-model.
• Transporting clients in facility vehicles as directed.
• Conducting and assisting both large and small activity groups and outings independently but under supervision.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

Education

15 semester units in psychology or related behavioural sciences

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: Orange: Coastal Star Crisis Residential Central Starting Compensation: 18.00 - 21.00 USD Per Hour Working Location: Orange, CA Working Hours/Shift: Tuesday - Saturday (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM)

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 | Must meet one of the following: Completion of 15 semester units (or 24 quarter units) in psychology, sociology, or related behavioural sciences from an accredited college.
• Six (6) months of full‑time experience performing non‑professional, consumer‑directed services within a mental health, healthcare, or social services organization.
• Certifications & Licensure: Valid California Driver’s License with an eligible driving record per company policy (Class “B” license preferred).
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is a plus (optional). Meet agency driver eligibility criteria.
• Core Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with individuals experiencing serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI), team members, and the public.

How you will make a difference

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. Duties are performed under direct supervision of the Program Coordinator, but some tasks are accomplished independently. Job duties include promoting and assisting clients with self‑help skills in the areas of eating, hygiene and grooming, and other activities or nursing activities. Encouraging client interactions and socialization with other peers, providing feedback to clients on appropriate behaviour while acting as a role‑model. Transporting clients in facility vehicles as directed. Conducting and assisting both large and small activity groups and outings independently but under the supervision of the Program Manager or his/her designee.

Division/Program Overview

• Programs: The Crisis Residential Treatment (CRT) is a short‑term voluntary residential facility designed to help adults aged 18‑59 experiencing a psychiatric crisis safely stabilize, recover, and transition back to the community.
• Population Served: adults aged 18‑59 experiencing a psychiatric crisis
• Facility & Setting: short‑term voluntary residential facility | 24/7 program
• Clinical Services: therapeutic and mental health services, medication evaluation and support, crisis intervention
• Length of Stay: short‑term
• Skills & Transition: safely stabilize, recover, and transition back to the community, pre‑vocational or vocational counseling
• Skills & Services: rehabilitation and recovery services (including substance use rehabilitation), daily exercise and health/wellness education

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 behavioural challenges. At Stars Behavioral Health Group, we are seeking passionate professionals ready to make a lasting, positive impact on children, youth, families, and adults across California. 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.