Mental Health Counselor

Title: Mental Health Counselor

Program/Dept: MHRC

Reports to: Director of Nursing

Classification: Regular, Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Shift hours: 3pm – 11:30pm

Salary Range: Starting at $52,000 + DOEE, Benefits

 

Agency Description: Caminar and our divisions transformed the lives of over 31,000 youth and adults across San Mateo, Santa Clara, San Francisco, Solano, Contra Costa, and Butte counties last year through education, behavioral health care, and support. Driven by compassion, science, and our understanding of root causes, we deliver high-quality prevention, treatment, and recovery services to those with complex mental health, substance use, and co-occurring needs. We understand that quality behavioral health outcomes occur when a person is supported in all their basic human needs, and we actively partner with our clients and the community to address the social determinants of health that lead to sustained well-being. We are here to empower and support the most vulnerable members of our community to move toward wellness, resilience, and independence. Caminar values diversity. People of all races, ethnicities, countries of origin, faith, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities are welcome here. 

 

Position Description: This is a full-time position with a regular work schedule. Under supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Mental Health Counselor provides support and assistance to clients through individual and group counseling in a crisis or transitional residential treatment program.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationship with