Counselor Assistant Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Business Title:
- Counselor I
Job Purpose:
- To provide individual, group, and/or family counseling services to clients experiencing a variety of mental health and/or substance abuse issues. To assist clients in identifying and achieving their treatment goals, developing coping skills, and improving overall well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' mental health and/or substance abuse needs, including psychosocial history, current symptoms, and risk factors.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, client goals, and evidence-based practices.
- Facilitate individual, group, and/or family counseling sessions, utilizing appropriate therapeutic modalities.
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with other members of the treatment team, including psychiatrists, case managers, and other professionals, to ensure coordinated care.
- Provide crisis intervention services as needed.
- Make referrals to other community resources as appropriate.
- Participate in professional development activities to maintain and enhance clinical skills.
- Adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards of practice.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Business Title:
- Counselor II

Statement of Purpose

The Counselor II works as a member of the treatment team, coordinating program services, and maintaining the well-being of clients and the integrity of the program. 

Major Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• Thorough knowledge of drug and alcohol dependency, mental health, family systems and

12-Step/recovery resources in the community. 

• Develop and maintain individualized records of client progress and participation in treatment including admission and discharge, individual, group, family, vocational (both individual and group) literacy training and other occasions as appropriate. 
• Ability to write clear statements, summarizing client’s feelings, expressions, resistance and response to their treatment plan; goals and objectives.  Includes letters to referral agencies, courts/probation.
• Ability to confront behavioral changes, identifies a crisis, and recognize when additional assistance is necessary.
• Ability to recognize personal issues that have an impact on job performance and interactions with clients.
• Ability to demonstrate ethical and professional behavior.
• Ability to convey respect for cultural and lifestyle diversities of clients and staff.
• Ability to prepare for, and facilitate related process and educational groups.
• Knowledge of referrals, both in and out of the BHS treatment system. 
• Knowledge of the philosophy and approach of the 12-Step model of recovery (AA, CA, NA, Alanon).
• Ability to communicate clearly, with clients, staff, peers, supervisors and non-BHS resources. 
• Knowledge of computer operations; Windows and word processing (MS Word).  Ability to readily adapt to the Caminar information system.

Counselor II Competencies and Performance Expectations

All Counselor II’s are expected to meet the requirements of Counselor I and in addition are expected to:

• Admit, orient, and discharge clients
• Facilitate group process
• Conduct assessments
• Formulate treatment plans
• Intervene in crisis situations
• Adhere to professional boundaries
• Maintain client records

Required Education:
- Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
Required Experience:
- No prior experience required (Entry-level position).
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of counseling theories and techniques.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in documentation and record-keeping.
- Basic computer skills.
- Adherence to ethical guidelines and professional standards.