Recovery Counselor - On Call

Stars Behavioral Health Group was recently certified as a great workplace by the independent analysts at Great Place to Work® , based on extensive ratings provided by its employees in anonymous surveys.

We are committed to providing a career-enhancing environment for dedicated professionals desiring to improve the lives of people living with mental health and other challenges to their wellbeing. SBHG currently employs approximately 1,900 people at more than 45 different sites throughout California. We serve more than 30,000 adults, children, youth and families annually throughout the state. We strongly value and are committed to having a truly diverse workforce and environment including LGBTQ, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity in our workforce.

Our experienced staff of Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Therapists, Parent Partners and other therapists/counselors provide case management, mental health care and a range of support services in our outpatient clinics and 24/7 treatment facilities, and in community settings such as schools and homes. Our dedicated teams work collaboratively and in partnership with family members, school administrators and faculty, county social workers, case managers, probation officers and other community-based agencies.

JOB SUMMARY: This position has primary responsibility for providing direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the clients through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction. Duties are performed under direct supervision of the Program Coordinator, or designee, in most cases, but some tasks are accomplished independently.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

Recovery Counselor I: High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of full-time experience performing consumer directed services in a mental health, health care, or other social services agency / organization

Recovery Counselor II: Associate degree plus six years of experience in a mental health field OR

Bachelor’s degree in a Mental Health Field plus four years of experience in a mental health field OR

Master’s degree in a Mental Health Field plus two years of experience in a mental health field

License or Certification

Recovery Counselor II: Certification as a Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist (can be obtained post-hire)

Valid California Driver's License

Specialized Skills

Ability to interact and communicate both verbally and in writing with participants, families, schools, other staff, physicians, county agencies, other health care and social services providers and the public. Ability to work independently and as a member of a treatment team. Good coordination and meeting facilitation skills. Ability to develop strong relationships with other agencies and community partners. Good organizational, writing, and time management skills. Demonstrated understanding of psychiatric illness and its treatment. Ability to understand and work with participants from diverse cultural backgrounds in a positive manner. Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of county and community-based agencies. Possess knowledge of co-occurring disorder supports, community resources, and experience serving mental health consumers.

• MFTI and ACSW’s receive supervision for BBS hours
• Competitive compensation
• Company paid benefits package including medical, dental and vision and many other voluntary benefits
• Rewarding work environment with excellent opportunities for career growth
• Excellent work/life balance including generous vacation and holiday pay
• Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
• Family-oriented environment
• On the job training including paid CEU opportunities and career development
• Flexible work schedule and environment
• Mileage reimbursement
• DailyPay

Potential Work Schedule :

Tentative Schedule