Counselor I/II
$49,920–$60,424 year
On-sitePomona, California, United States
Job Summary
Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' mental health and substance abuse needs, develop individualized treatment plans, and facilitate individual, group, and family counseling sessions. Monitor client progress, adjust interventions, provide crisis intervention, and maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with agency policies. Collaborate with psychiatrists, case managers, and community resources to ensure coordinated care while adhering to ethical guidelines and professional standards. Admit, orient, and discharge clients as part of the treatment team. Requires a Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
- Knowledge of counseling theories and techniques
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in documentation and record-keeping
- Basic computer skills
- Adherence to ethical guidelines and professional standards
- Thorough knowledge of drug and alcohol dependency, mental health, family systems and 12-Step/recovery resources in the community
- Knowledge of referrals, both in and out of the BHS treatment system
- Knowledge of the philosophy and approach of the 12-Step model of recovery (AA, CA, NA, Alanon)
- Ability to communicate clearly, with clients, staff, peers, supervisors and non-BHS resources
- Knowledge of computer operations; Windows and word processing (MS Word)
- Ability to readily adapt to the Caminar information system
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