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Job Title

Substance Abuse Counselor - Spanish Speaking

Division/Program

Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center - Long Beach

Starting Compensation

23.76 - 24.99 USD Per Hour

Working Location:

Long Beach, CA

Working Hours/Shift

Sunday 1030AM-9PM, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 8AM-630PM

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)

• Spanish Required
• Associate’s Degree in general studies plus 6-years direct service experience in a Mental Health field (QMHP) with experience in the chemical dependency field preferred; OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in a Mental Health–related discipline plus 4-years direct service experience in a Mental Health field (QMHP) with experience in the chemical dependency field preferred; OR
• Master’s Degree in a Mental Health–related discipline plus 2-years direct service experience in a Mental Health field (QMHP) with experience in the chemical dependency field preferred.
• Chemical dependency counselor certification, e.g., CADC, or Certificate program from a recognized WASC University of 12 + credits preferred.
• California Driver’s License
  
  
  

How You Will Make a Difference (Job Overview)

This position is responsible for development of client treatment plans in conjunction with the client and treatment team. Provides group, individual counseling and other supportive services which are appropriate to the participant’s recovery process. Facilitates various education and awareness workshops on topics appropriate to recovery. Makes appropriate referrals as necessary to contribute to client’s recovery in accordance to Agency policy. Places professional documentation in participant records in a timely manner. Assists clients in recovery and exit planning as well as providing telephone or other follow-up services for clients leaving the program.

Division/Program Overview

• 24/7 outpatient program
• Rapid mental health assessment, crisis intervention, and medication support
• Walk-in’s welcome
• Clients may stay up to 24 hours
• BHUCC equipped to serve 12 adults (ages 18 and up) and 6 adolescent (ages 13 to 17)
  
  
  

Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

For Additional Information

jerevilla@starsinc.com

In accordance with California law, the grade for this position is 20.90 - 31.36. Placement within the grade is determined based on experience, internal equity, and other factors permitted by law.