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Reporting directly to the General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel will advise on a broad and highly diverse range of complex legal matters in a unique organizational setting. You will serve in ...

Reporting directly to the General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel will advise on a broad and highly diverse range of complex legal matters in a unique organizational setting. You will serve in ...

Reporting directly to the General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel will advise on a broad and highly diverse range of complex legal matters in a unique organizational setting. You will serve in ...

Designing a flexible and distributed electrical grid The Role To facilitate our rapid growth, we are seeking a passionate and experienced Associate General Counsel to provide strategic and tactical ...

About the role Rippling is looking for a thoughtful, highly-motivated, business-minded attorney to join our Legal & Compliance Team as Associate Commercial Counsel. In this role, you will partner ...

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What is an associate counselor?

Associate counselors are mental health professionals who have completed the necessary education, such as a master's degree in counseling or a related field, and are working under supervision to gain clinical experience required for full licensure. They provide counseling services to clients dealing with a range of emotional, behavioral, or mental health issues. Associate counselors often work in schools, clinics, private practices, or community organizations, and their work is supervised by a licensed counselor. Their primary goal is to help clients develop coping strategies, improve mental well-being, and achieve personal growth while they work toward independent licensure.

What challenges do associate counselors face when working with clients, and how can they manage them?

Associate Counselors often encounter challenges such as building rapport with clients, managing complex emotional issues, and maintaining professional boundaries. Navigating client resistance or ambivalence can be particularly demanding, especially early in the therapeutic relationship. To manage these challenges, Associate Counselors benefit from regular supervision, ongoing training, and collaborating closely with more experienced colleagues. Additionally, self-care and maintaining a balanced workload are important practices to sustain effectiveness and prevent burnout.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an associate counselor?

To thrive as an Associate Counselor, you typically need a master's degree in counseling or a related field and state licensure or certification. Familiarity with case management systems, counseling software, and evidence-based therapeutic modalities is important. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, active listening, and cultural sensitivity help you connect with and support clients effectively. These skills and qualifications are crucial for building trust, ensuring ethical practice, and delivering impactful mental health care.
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Associate Bereavement Counselor

By the Bay Health

Larkspur, CA

$30 - $36/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

We are seeking an Associate Bereavement Counselor/Intern (post grad) for our Grief Counseling program. The Associate Bereavement Counselor/Intern works under supervision of a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and provides individual and group counseling services to patients/families to address their emotional needs related to the impact of a terminal illness, loss, and grief.

Schedule:

Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday

Location: 

Larkspur, CA office; 1 day remote option
By the Bay Health follows all CDPH vaccine requirements for healthcare personnel.
Associate Bereavement Counselors provide individual, family, group, and school-based Grief Counseling to bereaved Hospice families and members of the community.
Associate Bereavement Counselors receive:

  • Weekly individual and group supervision meeting requirements of the BBS.
  • A wide range of applicable educational in-services and learning opportunities.
  • An hourly stipend and benefits
  • Extensive training in clinical documentation in an electronic medical record.
  • Development of Associate Bereavement Counselor's theoretical orientation in a supportive environment.
  • Professional counseling experience in a fast-paced medical agency

 Prospective candidates must:

  • Hold a master's degree from an accredited master's degree Program in Counseling Psychology or Social Work. Appropriate registration with the BBS required.
  • 1+ years of experience conducting on-going counseling preferred (virtually or in-person).
  • Be knowledgeable about Loss and Grief Counseling techniques.
  • Be able to commit to 24 hrs./week, including one evening per week, (on an intermittent basis), for a minimum of 18 months as well as travel to satellite sites, as needed.
  • Have availability which includes Wednesdays and either Mon. or Fri.'s. & the 1st Wednesday of each month.
  • Be proficient in basic Microsoft Office applications. Experience with documentation in an electronic medical record preferred.

Candidates bi-lingual in Mandarin are encouraged to apply.
Pay Range:
$30.00 - $36.00 hourly