telecareDowney, CA
Compassionate Mental Health Residential Counselor - Part-time
Compassionate Mental Health Residential Counselor - Part-time
Compassionate Mental Health Residential Counselor - Part-time
telecareDowney, CA
3 days ago
$23.00
Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse FacilitiesOutpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse CentersOther Residential Care Facilities
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Requisition Number: RESID031075Apply now
Posted: October 23, 2026 Part-Time
LocationsShowing 1 location Downey, CA 90242, USADescriptionResidential Counselor – Mental Health 604"They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I'd be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live..." - Client from Telecare What You Will Do to Change LivesThe Residential Counselor provides direct and indirect services to both individuals and groups of members served. Shifts Available: Saturday-Sunday 3:00pm-11:30pmExpected starting wage range is $23.00 Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.
What You Bring to the Table:
- (Must Have)
- High School graduation or a G.E.D. equivalent
- At least one (1) year of direct service experience in a mental health setting
Willingness to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.
Willingness to use your personal vehicle to attend meetings, etc. (weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate)
What's In It For You:
- *Paid Time Off: Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) earn PTO each pay period for vacation and personal needs, with pro-rated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
- Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship
- Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships
- Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.
The Crisis Residential Treatment programs will provide short-term, 24/7 crisis residential services for adults ages 18+ via 16 beds at Telecare Citrus House- 7225 Leeds Street, RTP-D, Downey, CA 90242.Services will help clients in acute psychiatric distress avoid inpatient hospitalization, emergency services, and incarceration; regain their stability in a safe, homelike environment; begin working toward longer-term recovery goals; and establish linkages with stable housing and ongoing treatment.
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability*May vary by location and position type
Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.
Qualifications: EducationRequiredGED or better. High School or better.
Preferred:
Associates or better. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Level
Junior
Salary
$23.00
Location
Downey, CA
Occupation
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
Industry
Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities
Posted
3 days ago