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Weekend Counselor Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

BAART Programs

Weekend Registered Counselor

Antioch, CA · On-site

$26.20 - $29.20/hr

TEMPORARY/FULL TIME (12 WEEKS) REGISTERED COUNSELOR OPPORTUNITY- CA Counselor will be responsible for offering support and assistance to patients enrolled in Medication Assisted Treatment for opioid ...

AJ Tutoring

College Counselor

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Work primarily during after-school, evening, and weekend hours Who We're Looking For You may be a ... Our counselors collaborate regularly to review college lists, essays, application strategy, and ...

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College Counselor

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

Work primarily during after-school, evening, and weekend hours Who We're Looking For You may be a ... Our counselors collaborate regularly to review college lists, essays, application strategy, and ...

PROGRESS FOUNDATION

Counselor-Clay

San Francisco, CA

The Counselors advocate for and respond to clients' treatment and rehabilitation needs. Specific ... Candidates must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including some weekend and overnight shifts.

PROGRESS FOUNDATION

Counselor-Shrader

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$4.4K - $5.3K/mo

The Counselors advocate for and respond to clients' treatment and rehabilitation needs. Specific ... Candidates must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including some weekend and overnight shifts.

PROGRESS FOUNDATION

Counselor-Clay

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$4.0K - $4.7K/mo

The Counselors advocate for and respond to clients' treatment and rehabilitation needs. Specific ... Candidates must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including some weekend and overnight shifts.

Centre For Neuro Skills

Counselor

Emeryville, CA · On-site

As a Counselor, you will play a critical role in transforming lives and helping individuals regain ... Work is full-time during the weekdays, Monday-Friday from 7:30am-4:30pm with occasional weekend and ...

Centre For Neuro Skills

Counselor

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$71K - $100K/yr

As a Counselor, you will play a critical role in transforming lives and helping individuals regain ... Work is full-time during the weekdays, Monday-Friday from 7:30am-4:30pm with occasional weekend and ...

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DETOX COUNSELOR

San Rafael, CA · On-site

$29/hr

The Detox Counselor II is a certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor position, responsible for ... Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. * Current First Aid ...

BUCKELEW PROGRAMS

DETOX COUNSELOR

San Rafael, CA

$29/hr

The Detox Counselor II is a certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor position, responsible for ... Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. * Current First Aid ...

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What is a weekend counselor?

A Weekend Counselor provides support and guidance to individuals in a residential or treatment setting on weekends. They help with daily activities, crisis intervention, emotional support, and enforcing program rules. Their role is crucial in maintaining a safe and structured environment while assisting clients in achieving personal growth and stability.

What are the typical responsibilities of a weekend counselor, and how does the weekend schedule impact the work?

Weekend Counselors typically supervise and support clients or residents during weekend shifts, facilitate group or recreational activities, and respond to any emergencies or conflicts that arise outside of standard weekday hours. The weekend structure often means working with a smaller team, requiring strong autonomy and proactive communication to maintain a safe, supportive environment. Counselors are also responsible for documenting incidents, partnering with other staff for shift handovers, and ensuring the continuity of care for all participants. This role is ideal for professionals seeking flexible hours and meaningful, hands-on experience in human services. While weekends can present unique challenges, such as managing unexpected situations with limited onsite supervision, it offers valuable opportunities to develop leadership and crisis management skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend counselor, and why are they important?

Weekend Counselors should possess a background in counseling, psychology, or social work, frequently supported by relevant degrees or certifications such as CPR/First Aid. Familiarity with case management software and documentation systems is often required, and certain employers may prefer experience with specific therapeutic modalities. Outstanding communication, empathy, crisis intervention, and adaptability are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies are crucial to providing effective support, ensuring client safety, and facilitating constructive weekends in residential or camp environments.

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Weekend Registered Counselor

Antioch, CA • On-site

BAART Programs
Health Care and Social Assistance • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$26.20 - $29.20/hr

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TEMPORARY/FULL TIME (12 WEEKS) REGISTERED COUNSELOR OPPORTUNITY- CA

Counselor will be responsible for offering support and assistance to patients enrolled in Medication Assisted Treatment for opioid use disorder. Utilizing evidence-based practices and a trauma-informed approach, the counselor will help patients develop individualized coping techniques and symptom management skills that enable then to experience improved quality of life. Through collaboration with doctors, nurses and a multidisciplinary team, the counselor will play a vital role in evaluating patient progress and developing an individualized plan of care.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide individual and group counseling services; direct service at regularly scheduled intervals based on patient need, best practices and state regulations; coordinate all services throughout treatment.
  • Conducts initial assessment and evaluation to determine eligibility for services.
  • Complete Bio-psychosocial assessment.
  • Establish individualized treatment plan with each patient and review as clinically indicated.
  • Respond, as needed, to patient grievances and complaints.
  • Develop aftercare and discharge plans.
  • Other related duties as determined by supervisor.

Qualifications:

  • Registered Counselor in the State of California.
  • Previous experience working with chemically dependent individuals a plus.
  • Must demonstrate a positive, non-judgmental, and accepting attitude toward our patient population.
  • Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Salary Range:

Salary ranges from $26.20 to $29.20 an hour.

The salary of the candidate(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, specialty and training.

Qualified Full-Time Employees receive:

  • 401K Retirement Plan
  • Accrued Sick Time
  • Candidate Referral Program
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Jury Duty & Witness Duty Leave
  • BayMark University Learning

Total compensation goes beyond the value on the paycheck. Please consider the total compensation package by contacting us at BayMark Health Services for more information.

What to expect from us:

BAART Programs, a progressive substance abuse treatment organization is committed to the highest quality of patient care in a comfortable outpatient clinic setting. Our ultimate goal is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder to help each of our patients achieve long-term recovery and an improved quality of life.

BAART Programsis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran's status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.

Employment Type: Part-Time

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