Encompass Community Services
Mental Health Residential Counselor - El Dorado Center
Encompass Community Services, Santa Cruz, California, us, 95061
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Mental Health Residential Counselor - El Dorado Center
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Encompass Community Services El Dorado Center is a 16-bed short-term residential treatment program for individuals with mental health diagnosis. The primary goal of the program is to assist individuals stepping down from locked treatment or locked placement and facilitate their re-entry and transition back into the community. Duties & Responsibilities
Provide clinical services including, case management, group and individual counseling, and assist clients in crisis situations. Establish a close working relationship with residents in the program. Supervise daily activities of clients, including performing support services that assist clients in everyday living skills, such as supervising chores, monitoring mealtime activities, and conducting social and recreational activities. Complete intake, assessment and evaluation paperwork with clients. Monitor and track clients' use of medications; conduct client urine tests. Transport clients to appointments as necessary. Communicate with case managers and other service providers about client status. Maintain a safe, clean and sober environment. Maintain clinical charts and complete required paperwork in a timely manner as required by the County, State, and component guidelines. Participate in the effort to keep the facility clean, well maintained and running smoothly, including household duties such as shopping for supplies, laundry and cleaning. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field preferred Experience in providing services to populations experiencing mental health issues, co-occurring disorders, or comparable population Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends Ability to work in an intense environment dealing with varied personalities and cultures Ability to role model daily living skills in a positive manner Demonstrated ability to organize and complete tasks Excellent written and verbal communication skills Valid California driver's license and clearance for agency vehicle insurance coverage Fingerprinting for licensing, criminal record clearance and necessary physical exams are required Prehire process includes TB test, health screen, and flu shot Demonstrated ability to constructively deal with a high degree of physical and emotional stress Bilingual in Spanish and English highly desirable, but not required Ability to be a team player, maintain effective working relationships and communicate in a respectful and professional manner when dealing with fellow employees, outside agencies and residents Ability to maintain a clean, safe and supportive environment Wages & Benefits
We prioritize the well-being of our team as much as the community we serve. Our comprehensive health benefits reflect this commitment. We offer full-time employees medical and dental insurance plan that ensures peace of mind for themselves and their families. We also offer acupuncture and chiropractic services as part of a holistic approach to health. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan and a competitive package including 17 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 14 paid holidays. Benefits are pro-rated for part-time positions. About Us
At Encompass Community Services we provide a wide range of services related to family & social well-being, early childhood education, behavioral health, housing and more. We work to make health, education and housing more equitable for all people in Santa Cruz County. For more than 50 years our work has helped people have access to education, rebuild relationships, restore their health and regain dignity.
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Mental Health Residential Counselor - El Dorado Center
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Encompass Community Services El Dorado Center is a 16-bed short-term residential treatment program for individuals with mental health diagnosis. The primary goal of the program is to assist individuals stepping down from locked treatment or locked placement and facilitate their re-entry and transition back into the community. Duties & Responsibilities
Provide clinical services including, case management, group and individual counseling, and assist clients in crisis situations. Establish a close working relationship with residents in the program. Supervise daily activities of clients, including performing support services that assist clients in everyday living skills, such as supervising chores, monitoring mealtime activities, and conducting social and recreational activities. Complete intake, assessment and evaluation paperwork with clients. Monitor and track clients' use of medications; conduct client urine tests. Transport clients to appointments as necessary. Communicate with case managers and other service providers about client status. Maintain a safe, clean and sober environment. Maintain clinical charts and complete required paperwork in a timely manner as required by the County, State, and component guidelines. Participate in the effort to keep the facility clean, well maintained and running smoothly, including household duties such as shopping for supplies, laundry and cleaning. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field preferred Experience in providing services to populations experiencing mental health issues, co-occurring disorders, or comparable population Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends Ability to work in an intense environment dealing with varied personalities and cultures Ability to role model daily living skills in a positive manner Demonstrated ability to organize and complete tasks Excellent written and verbal communication skills Valid California driver's license and clearance for agency vehicle insurance coverage Fingerprinting for licensing, criminal record clearance and necessary physical exams are required Prehire process includes TB test, health screen, and flu shot Demonstrated ability to constructively deal with a high degree of physical and emotional stress Bilingual in Spanish and English highly desirable, but not required Ability to be a team player, maintain effective working relationships and communicate in a respectful and professional manner when dealing with fellow employees, outside agencies and residents Ability to maintain a clean, safe and supportive environment Wages & Benefits
We prioritize the well-being of our team as much as the community we serve. Our comprehensive health benefits reflect this commitment. We offer full-time employees medical and dental insurance plan that ensures peace of mind for themselves and their families. We also offer acupuncture and chiropractic services as part of a holistic approach to health. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan and a competitive package including 17 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 14 paid holidays. Benefits are pro-rated for part-time positions. About Us
At Encompass Community Services we provide a wide range of services related to family & social well-being, early childhood education, behavioral health, housing and more. We work to make health, education and housing more equitable for all people in Santa Cruz County. For more than 50 years our work has helped people have access to education, rebuild relationships, restore their health and regain dignity.
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