Mental Health Counselor
Overview
At Sonoma Compass, we view short-term residential treatment for youth as an intervention that must be integrated with a wide array of family and community-based services. As an alternative to inpatient hospitalization, treatment begins in a therapeutic home with consistent support focused on stabilization. Treatment supports successful step downs to a Wraparound Program in order for young people to achieve permanency in a nurturing family home.
The Mental Health Counselor provides crisis support and coaching to youth while providing a safe and nurturing environment. Counselors work in collaboration with the treatment team to assist the youth in stabilizing and perform case management duties as needed. The Mental Health Counselor adapts to the changing locations of the youth which may include time in the residential setting, at home, in the community as well as in the school setting.
Responsibilities
Assist the clinician in the intake process, including creating a welcoming environment for the youth and family while explaining and touring the program.
Facilitate a life skills group and assist in developing services, strategies, interventions and activities to support the youth across different environments
Assist in the continued development and strengthening of the youth and caregiver's natural support network and permanency plan
Supervise youth across different environments, providing supervision for visits with family when necessary
Plan and lead community-based activities for youth (may include families)
Engage the youth in therapeutic activities and projects as well as educational activities
Assist clients in self-administration of medication as needed
Work in collaboration with the caregiver and treatment team members, including assisting the preparation of treatment plans and safety plans.
Complete daily progress notes and incident reports, which keep track of significant events that happen on site
Participate in weekly supervision and team meetings
Provide crisis intervention for youth, using de-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts; this may include physical management of clients and implementation of Seneca's Ahimsa Model
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Must be at least 21 years of age
Bilingual abilities a plus!
Prefer experience in working with children in residential care and/or in the community
Clearance of TB test, fingerprinting, and any other State/Federal requirements
Own vehicle, California Driver's License, and insurance
Schedule
Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday Saturday. Some on-call responsibilities.
Three shifts available:
Swing shift: 3pm - 11pm
Overnight shift: 10pm - 9am (additional stipend provided for overnight hours worked)
Benefits
Competitive salary
Comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and chiropractic coverage, as well as partially paid premiums for dependents
4 weeks of flexible paid time off
Mileage Reimbursement
We provide a 403b retirement plan
Ongoing training and professional development
Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
At Sonoma Compass, we view short-term residential treatment for youth as an intervention that must be integrated with a wide array of family and community-based services. As an alternative to inpatient hospitalization, treatment begins in a therapeutic home with consistent support focused on stabilization. Treatment supports successful step downs to a Wraparound Program in order for young people to achieve permanency in a nurturing family home.
The Mental Health Counselor provides crisis support and coaching to youth while providing a safe and nurturing environment. Counselors work in collaboration with the treatment team to assist the youth in stabilizing and perform case management duties as needed. The Mental Health Counselor adapts to the changing locations of the youth which may include time in the residential setting, at home, in the community as well as in the school setting.
Responsibilities
Assist the clinician in the intake process, including creating a welcoming environment for the youth and family while explaining and touring the program.
Facilitate a life skills group and assist in developing services, strategies, interventions and activities to support the youth across different environments
Assist in the continued development and strengthening of the youth and caregiver's natural support network and permanency plan
Supervise youth across different environments, providing supervision for visits with family when necessary
Plan and lead community-based activities for youth (may include families)
Engage the youth in therapeutic activities and projects as well as educational activities
Assist clients in self-administration of medication as needed
Work in collaboration with the caregiver and treatment team members, including assisting the preparation of treatment plans and safety plans.
Complete daily progress notes and incident reports, which keep track of significant events that happen on site
Participate in weekly supervision and team meetings
Provide crisis intervention for youth, using de-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts; this may include physical management of clients and implementation of Seneca's Ahimsa Model
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Must be at least 21 years of age
Bilingual abilities a plus!
Prefer experience in working with children in residential care and/or in the community
Clearance of TB test, fingerprinting, and any other State/Federal requirements
Own vehicle, California Driver's License, and insurance
Schedule
Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday Saturday. Some on-call responsibilities.
Three shifts available:
Swing shift: 3pm - 11pm
Overnight shift: 10pm - 9am (additional stipend provided for overnight hours worked)
Benefits
Competitive salary
Comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and chiropractic coverage, as well as partially paid premiums for dependents
4 weeks of flexible paid time off
Mileage Reimbursement
We provide a 403b retirement plan
Ongoing training and professional development
Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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