Residential Counselor - Autism Program

Evolve Adolescent Behavioral Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO and holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

EAP

Retirement Planning

Free Meals

Job summary

Evolve Treatment Centers in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Residential Counselor to supervise autistic adolescents in a 6-bed residential program for 45-60 days, focusing on mental health and substance use recovery. The role includes one-to-one support, group facilitation, crisis management, and helping teens develop life skills, with opportunities to pursue further studies in mental health.

We value flexibility, teamwork, and professional boundaries, and offer comprehensive benefits and growth

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college coursework or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• All schedules require working at least 1 weekend shift.
• Experience with autistic teens preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support and supervision to autistic clients.
• Establish positive relationships within professional boundaries.
• Maintain vigilance of milieu and client safety.
• Engage in activities such as hikes, equine, surf, and fitness groups.
• Create a constructive therapeutic community per center policies.
• Conduct psycho-education groups and recreational activities.
• Perform crisis management and interventions as needed.
• Document shift activities accurately.
• Assist with meals and life skills (laundry, dishes, bed making).

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Boundaries

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma or GED

21+ years old

Job description

About Evolve Treatment Centers:

Evolve offers residential and outpatient treatment programs for teens ages 12 to 17 years old struggling with mental health, substance abuse, or behavior issues. We've launched a new program specifically serving autistic teams in a 6-bed teen residential treatment center!

We focus on positivity, equipping teens for change, and growing the whole person in a setting that’s comfortable and feels like home.

We’re dedicated to clinical excellence, and we know that you’ll bring your unique contribution to healing families in profound ways.

Job Summary:

Evolve Treatment Centers is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Residential Counselor to join our team. This position involves providing supervision to up to 6 autistic adolescents who are in residential treatment for 45-60 days for issues related to mental health and substance abuse.

Residential Counselors support clients in their daily activities and facilitate groups with our clients. This position is challenging yet rewarding as our staff have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of teens and their families. This is a great position for someone who may be interested in going back to school to pursue a degree in the mental health or social services field.

The ideal candidate is experienced, dedicated, and excited about working with teens with mental health and substance abuse issues. We are looking for someone who is flexible and willing to adjust to the ever-changing nature of residential treatment. Residential Counselors must be patient, resilient, reliable team players, and must know how to maintain appropriate boundaries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one support and supervision to autistic clients struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues
• Establish positive and nurturing relationships with the clients, within professional boundaries, in accordance with the policies and procedures
• Maintain vigilance and awareness of the milieu while monitoring the behavior, activities, and safety of the clients
• Engage in activities with the clients, such as, hikes, equine therapy, surf therapy, and fitness groups
• Create a constructive therapeutic community in accordance with the Center’s polices
• Conduct and facilitate psycho-education groups and recreational activities
• Perform crisis management and interventions as necessary
• Demonstrate model behaviors
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all shift activities
• Oversee and participate in meal-times and assist clients with life skills (i.e. laundry, dishes, and making bed)

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; college coursework or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Must be at least 21 years old
• All schedules require working at least 1 weekend shift

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with autistic teens preferred
• Experience working in a behavioral healthcare setting preferred

Pay Range:

• $21.00 - $27.00 Hourly (future earning potential)

Target Starting Hourly Rate

• $21.00

Benefits for Full Time Hires Only:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off - We understand a healthy work/life balance is crucial for our success, so we maintain a flexible Paid Time Off policy. Employees start accruing PTO immediately upon hire. In addition, employees receive paid holidays, paid sick days, and time off for bereavement and religious observances.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)/Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - As a mental health treatment provider, we understand the importance of maintaining the emotional health and personal well-being of each member of our staff
• Retirement Planning

Benefits for Full Time or Part Time Hires:

• Professional Training - We invest in professional growth, offering quarterly continued education, ongoing training, and professional development courses for all employees
• Paid Time Off - We understand a healthy work/life balance is crucial for our success, so we maintain a flexible Paid Time Off policy. Employees start accruing PTO immediately upon hire. In addition, employees receive paid holidays (if working on a holiday) and paid sick days
• Free Meals – Employees working at our Residential Treatment Centers are offered free meals provided by our in-house chef
• Our employees voted us as a certified Great Place to Work!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Evolve Treatment Centers is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We firmly believe that every individual deserves an equal opportunity to thrive and contribute to our organization. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, marital status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.