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Residential Counselor - Alameda County
Residential Counselor - Alameda CountyBay Area Community Services (BACS) • Oakland, CA, US
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Residential Counselor - Alameda County

Residential Counselor - Alameda County

Bay Area Community Services (BACS) • Oakland, CA, US
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Pay Range

$27.00 / hr - $27.00 / hr

Locations

Oakland only

Schedule

Tuesday - Saturday, Sunday - Thursday. Shifts : Day 8 : 00 am-4 : 30 pm. Swing 4 : 00 pm-12 : 30 am. Overnight 12 : 00 am-8 : 30 am.

Responsibilities

  • Supportive counseling in a milieu environment and aid in participant's wellness and recovery goals.
  • Engage with participants to implement active service plans, goals, and discharge plans. Supports individuals with independent living skills.
  • Provide milieu treatment, crisis intervention, and crisis assessment as necessary.
  • Perform medication management in accordance with regulatory standards.
  • Maintain accurate participant files, charts, progress notes, and records; enter data into electronic health record system.
  • Foster positive working relationships with community members; initiate and maintain contact with treatment providers for care coordination.
  • Responsible for maintaining a safe program environment; assist participants with meal preparation / general housekeeping and property management duties.
  • Practice Evidence-Based Practices in accordance with programs' philosophy of care including harm reduction, whatever it takes, and wraparound support.
  • Attend and participate in supervision, staff meetings, and training.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma required and must have 4 years of paid work experience in mental health / social services (1 year of customer services may be substituted). Degree is preferred.
  • Associate Degree is preferred.
  • Bilingual in threshold language as stated in BACS policy preferred.
  • Valid California driver's license, personal vehicle, and proof of personal vehicle insurance coverage. DMV printout required.
  • Must meet Community Care Licensing Requirements : pass physical exam, TB test, DOJ Fingerprint Clearance, and Red Cross First Aid / CPR training certification.
  • Healthcare / vulnerable client employer verified COVID vaccination required.

    • Benefits / Perks

  • Highly competitive compensation : $27 / hour with opportunity to increase to $30 / hour at successful completion of 90-day Introductory Period.
  • Fully paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for employees and children.
  • 32 days off (PTO / Holiday), increasing with tenure, includes your birthday off.
  • 403b and after 1 year of service a BACS matching contribution.
  • 3% salary differential for "threshold" language fluency in Alameda county (Chinese, Cantonese, Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Farsi, Cambodian and Tagalog).
  • After 1 year of services, $3,000 per year student loan, tuition or CEUs. Up to $15,000 over 5 years.
  • One month PAID sabbatical after 4 Years - not charging PTO.
  • Significant internal growth opportunities.
  • Most direct service positions.

    • How to Apply

    Submit a resume with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience. We currently have roles available across several different programs. Our BACS recruiter will chat to you about available opportunities & locations.

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