We're interviewing now at our Novato, CA facility! Looking for a client-focused Residential Counselor, who has knowledge of mental health and substance abuse clientele!

We are seeking to fill a Part-Time Residential Counselor position.

General Summary:

The Residential Counselor fulfills the assigned role as part of the treatment team – to maintain the wellbeing of clients and the integrity of the program. Additionally, the Residential Counselor provides client supervision and staff/unit support as assigned.

Responsibilities:

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  Develop and maintain appropriate professional relationships with clients and staff

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  Supervise U/A testing, reporting and documentation

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  Supports clients emotionally and environmentally for comfort and safety

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  Facilitate outings, and educational sessions

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  Transport clients to meetings and appointments

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  Conduct contraband searches and random room searches

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  Listens, documents, and reports client behavior

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  Maintains confidentiality of clients at all time

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  Provides encouragement, guidance and support to clients and family members

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  Completes required intake paperwork

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  Provides crisis intervention and encourages a healthy residential and working environment

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  Communicates and collaborates with co-workers, clinical staff, and administration in order to deliver the best quality care possible.

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  Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

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  CPR & First Aid certification

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  Current RADT registration or equivalent

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  Valid California Driver's License

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  Must be able to pass Background Check

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  Negative TB Test

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  Must understand therapeutic process, confidentiality laws, professional ethics, fundamentals of addiction, and mental health disabilities and treatment

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  Must be willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays if needed

Equal Opportunity Employer