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Stars Behavioral Health Group

Designated Instructional Services Counselor

Stars Behavioral Health Group, Torrance, California, United States, 90504


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Join a community that’s changing mental healthcare for the better. We have been certified as a Great Place to Work by our own employees for 7 years and running. Looking forward to your partnership in making a difference with us!Job Title:

Designated Instructional Services CounselorDivision/Program:

Star View Adolescent Center / South Bay High SchoolStarting Compensation:

84,767.00 - 110,197.00 USD Per YearWorking Location:

Torrance, CAWorking Hours/Shift:

Monday - FridayWhat SBHG brings to you (benefits):Competitive compensationCompany paid benefits package including medical, dental and vision and many other voluntary benefits for employeesGenerous vacation and holiday payOn the job training including paid CEU opportunities and career developmentAMFT, ACSW and APCC’s receive supervision for BBS hours (when applicable)What you bring to SBHG (qualifications):Master’s degree in Mental Health Field (Master’s in Counseling, Psychology, and Social Work preferred); ORBachelor’s degree in Mental Health Field (Bachelor’s in Counseling, Psychology, and Social Work preferred) ANDValid California CTC issued Pupil Personnel Services Credential (required)ORLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Clinical Social WorkerMUST HAVE:Valid California Driver’s LicenseHow you will make a difference (job overview):The DIS Counselor will informally assess students, coordinate the development of social/behavioral goals and objectives, provide individual and group DIS counseling, and consult with teachers and therapists, evaluate high school transcripts and monitor credits earned towards high school graduation requirements. Provides a full range of school counseling services to middle and high school students, individual and group counseling, and consultation with school staff, parents, school districts and other outside agencies as appropriate. This position will work with the teaching staff supporting the educational development of students with emotional disturbance. This is a hands-on, highly interactive position requiring flexibility, compassion, patience, and the ability to collaborate and problem solve. Requires outstanding oral and written communication skills, ability to self-motivate and work independently as well as part of the team. Must be a positive role model for students.Division/Program Overview:A comprehensive mental health in patient residential facility for adolescentsServing up to 60 adolescents (ranging from ages 12-17) statewideIntensive residential services dedicated to serving clients with serious mental health problems with the highest dignity and quality of services since 1988Programs: Psychiatric Health Facility, Community Treatment Facility and Non-Public High School – 24/7 locked facilityMultidisciplinary Mental Health Services, Therapeutic Behavioral Health Services, and Intensive Day Treatment ProgramLearn more about SBHG at:

https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/For Additional Information:svacrecruit@starsinc.comSBHG and its affiliates acknowledge all COVID 19 vaccination guidelines and mandates recommended by the State of California Department of Public Health.

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