About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This full-time Counselor (I / II / III) role supports evidence-based substance use and behavioral health services for adults in a clinical/residential setting. Responsibilities vary by level; core duties include:

• Conduct comprehensive substance use screening, care planning, and treatment activities
• Develop individualized care plans with clients and the multidisciplinary treatment team
• Provide evidence-based interventions (e.g., CBT, MI, DBT, Seeking Safety) in individual and group formats
• Support relapse prevention, life/coping skills, discharge and aftercare planning, and recovery supports
• Coordinate with medical providers, social services, and community resources
• Monitor client progress and maintain accurate, timely treatment records and progress notes
• Perform toxicology testing and record vitals as needed
• Respond safely to behavioral crises, medical emergencies, suicidal ideation, and overdoses (including administration of anti‑overdose medication within scope of practice)
• Maintain regulatory and accreditation compliance (DMH, DHCS, SAPC, HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, CARF, etc.)
• Participate in treatment team meetings, supervision, clinical training, and quality improvement initiatives
• Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and client-centered care standards
• Provide occasional client transportation and other duties as assigned

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Level-Specific Responsibilities

Counselor I

• Registered/enrolled in a state-recognized substance use counselor certification program
• Minimum six months substance use experience; completion of required training hours where applicable
• Focus on direct client services with supervision and training

Counselor II

• Certified by a state-recognized substance use counselor certification body
• At least 2 years of substance use treatment experience
• Applies working knowledge of evidence-based practices and coordinates care with less supervision

Counselor III

• Certified by a state-recognized substance use counselor certification body
• At least 5 years of substance use treatment experience; bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred (AA + experience may be accepted)
• Provides coaching/mentoring to junior staff and functions in a lead capacity on treatment teams

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Qualifications

• Minimum: high school diploma or equivalent (Counselor II/III require certification; Counselor III typically requires greater experience and/or degree)
• Current registration/certification in a state-recognized substance use counselor program (maintain in good standing)
• Demonstrated experience with substance use treatment, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed modalities preferred
• Ability to document care accurately in clinical records and comply with confidentiality and regulatory standards
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation if role requires client transport (as applicable)
• Ability to perform duties safely in residential/clinical settings, including periodic 30-minute rounds for withdrawal management clients (where assigned)

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Compensation & Benefits

• Wage: $24.00 – $31.97 per hour (hourly range provided by the client)
• Full-time employment
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Long-term disability and basic life/AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Paid sick time; 2 weeks paid vacation
• Counselor sign-on and retention bonus (as offered by the confidential client)

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Skills & Keywords (for applicants)

• Substance use counseling
• Behavioral health counseling
• CBT, MI, DBT, Seeking Safety
• Case management and care planning
• Crisis intervention and overdose response
• Residential program experience (withdrawal management)
• HIPAA & 42 CFR Part 2 compliance

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Location & Role Details

• Location: Hawthorne, CA (on-site / residential and outpatient assignments as required)
• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer: Confidential client (Behavioral Health Services)

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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