Support Counselor I: Shelter & Recovery Support

Community Human Services; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual pay premium

Job summary

Community Human Services in Salinas, CA is seeking a Support Counselor I to supervise program clients, help run daily activities, and support staff with scheduling and documentation. The role requires a strong sense of responsibility and the ability to handle situations calmly while maintaining confidentiality.

The position demands flexibility for day, evening, weekday, and weekend shifts, with duties including meal service, safety checks, and client transportation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• CPR/First Aid Certification and TB clearance required.
• Familiarity with Naloxone administration and overdose protocols.
• Ability to work within defined limits under direct instruction.
• Flexibility for day/evening/weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision to program clients and facilitate programming.
• Assist with staff scheduling and document client activity.
• Log medications and manage new medication logs.
• Assist with check-in, meal service, and program activities.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries with clients and staff.
• Provide transportation to and from programming as needed.
• Participate in food preparation or meal service when required.
• Monitor and support clients in Withdrawal Management or self-administration of medications where applicable.

Skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Communication

Driver license

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid Certification

TB clearance

Naloxone administration training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Community Human Services in Salinas, CA is seeking a Support Counselor I to supervise program clients, help run daily activities, and support staff with scheduling and documentation. The role requires a strong sense of responsibility and the ability to handle situations calmly while maintaining confidentiality.

The position demands flexibility for day, evening, weekday, and weekend shifts, with duties including meal service, safety checks, and client transportation.