Multi-site Residential Counselor

Description

Telos, El Dorado Center and Casa Pacific are short-term residential treatment programs for individuals struggling with mental illness and co-occurring substance abuse issues.The primary goal of these programs is to assist individuals with increasing wellness and transitioning from residential care to more independent settings within the community. Our Counselors play an important role in assisting the residents we serve on their journey towards wellness and stability through treatment that is trauma-informed and person-centered.  

Job Summary:   

This position will work swing (2:00pm-10:00pm) and overnight shift (10:00pm- 8:00am), Monday through Sunday. 

The Multi-Site Residential Counselor is a full-time position with benefits and is scheduled to work Swing and NOC Shifts (including weekends) as needed for coverage at our three mental health residential sites. Counseling duties include ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents, assisting with treatment needs, and supporting program operations. We are looking for individuals who have some experience or education working with individuals who struggle with mental illness and substance use disorders, and people with a passion to serve this population. We are looking for counselors with the skill and ability to work with clients who have multiple complex health needs and who are able to manage multiple tasks related to residential services. On-site and agency trainings are provided for all staff members.   

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:   

• Availability to cover needed Swing, NOC, and weekend shifts      
• Manage client behavioral and/or medical issues, safety issues, or other natural emergencies while on duty, with support of an On-Call Manager.   
• May provide therapeutic crisis management.   
• May provide therapeutic intervention services based on best practices & selected evidence based practices for mental health or substance use disorders and/or co-occurring disorders.   
• Services may include administrative functions in support of clients, including evaluations, assessments, counseling, and/or assisting in the implementation of appropriate treatment plan interventions and/or the facilitation of individual, group, family, and crisis counseling.   
• Assisting with medication, incident reporting, shift change reporting, and household duties as required.   
• Must communicate effectively and be able to use current technology in the following areas: e-mail, case notes, incident reports, correspondence with community service providers.   

QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Bilingual English/Spanish desired but not necessary
• High school diploma or GED required, some college preferred
• Ability to work independently, manage time well
• Valid driver’s license and clean DMV required
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) Competency 
• Computer literacy
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Position requires flu vaccination upon hire. 

Wages & Benefits: 

We prioritize the well-being of our team as much as the community we serve. Our comprehensive health benefits reflect this commitment. We offer full-time employees medical and dental insurance plan that ensures peace of mind for themselves and their families. We go beyond traditional care by also offering our employees acupuncture and chiropractic, embracing a holistic approach to health that aligns with our values of care and compassion.     

Our team’s future matters just as much as the present. That’s why we offer a 403(b) retirement plan, providing a foundation for a secure retirement. We also recognize the need for work-life balance, so Encompass offers a competitive package of 17 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 14 additional paid holidays. These benefits are thoughtfully pro-rated for part-time positions, affirming our commitment to fairness and flexibility. 

About Us: 

At Encompass Community Services we provide our community with a wide range of services related to family & social well-being, early childhood education, behavioral health, housing and more. Every day through these services we work to make health, education and housing more equitable for all people in Santa Cruz County. For more than 40 years our work has touched generations by helping people have access to education, rebuild relationships, restore their health and regain dignity. 

Qualifications

Salary : $25