Residential Counselor

Description

Evolve Treatment Centers is looking for passionate and enthusiastic Residential Counselor to join our team at one of our 6-bed teen residential treatment centers in Woodland Hills, CA!

This position involves providing supervision to up to 6 six adolescents who are in residential treatment for 30-60 days for issues related to mental health and substance abuse. Residential Counselors support clients in their daily activities and facilitate groups with our clients. This position is challenging yet rewarding as our staff have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of teens and their families. This is a great position for someone who may be interested in going back to school to pursue a degree in the mental health or social services field.

The ideal candidate is experienced, dedicated, and excited about working with teens with mental health and substance abuse issues. We are looking for someone who is flexible and willing to adjust to the ever-changing nature of residential treatment. Residential Counselors must be patient, resilient, reliable team players, and must know how to maintain appropriate boundaries.

As an RC you will be a critical health worker, and so could be exposed to COVID, or on occasion work with clients with COVID. Evolve follows all state and local requirements regarding PPE and has strict guidelines for a safe work environment.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide one-to-one support and supervision to clients struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues
• Establish positive and nurturing relationships with the clients, within professional boundaries, in accordance with the policies and procedures
• Maintain vigilance and awareness of the milieu while monitoring the behavior, activities, and safety of the clients
• Engage in activities with the clients, such as, hikes, equine therapy, surf therapy, and fitness groups
• Create a constructive therapeutic community in accordance with the Center’s polices
• Conduct and facilitate psycho-education groups and recreational activities
• Perform crisis management and interventions as necessary
• Demonstrate model behaviors
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all shift activities
• Oversee and participate in meal-times and assist clients with life skills (i.e. laundry, dishes, and making bed)

Staring Rate: $21 an hour 

Pay Range: $21-$26 an hour (future earning potential)

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Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; college coursework or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Must be at least 21 years old
• All schedules require working at least 1 weekend shift 
• Experience working with teens preferred
• Experience working in a behavioral healthcare setting preferred