About this opportunity
Care Centers Community lists this Primary Counselor opportunity in duarte, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Community Care Center is a 161- bed behavioral center located in the heart of Duarte; Ca. located conveniently off the 210 freeway.
Location:
2335 Mountain Ave., Duarte, CA 91010
POSITION SUMMARY
The purpose of this position is to provide general counseling, group therapy and casework services to assigned clients and their families. This position reports to: Program Manager, and Program Director. Substance Abuse Counselor desired certification.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Delegation of authority
Authority is delegated to the individual in this position to:
Prompt all clients for groups/activities, totaling all attendance weekly.
Collect all data necessary to complete ABC forms and related documentation.
Provide timely and accurate daily, weekly, monthly & quarterly progress reports for clients on caseload.
Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings.
Directly responsible for the overall care of about 10 clients assigned as delegated.
REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications / Experience Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field is strongly preferred.
2 years' experience working with the mentally ill and co-occurring population- degree may be substituted for hands on experience.
Working Conditions May encounter frequent interruptions
May be involved with residents, family, and government agencies
May be requested to work beyond scheduled working hours at times
May be subjected to odors, dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoking or air contaminants
May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses
May be exposed to or handle hazardous chemicals
Physical Requirements Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day
Working throughout the nursing areas
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Lifting more weight up to 100 pounds requires assistance
Ability to read fine print on tablet, progress notes and/or medical labels
Worksite address
duarte, CA, 91010, US
Who can apply
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