Overnight Counselor- Eating Disorder, Residential
Location:30175 Ave Tranquila, Rancho Palos Verdes, California 90275
Posted Date: 01-05-2022
Description:
At Center For Discovery you will have the opportunity to work closely within a team of professionals consisting of eating disorder and mental health experts, all dedicated to promoting lasting health and healing. Clinical supervision and guidance are provided on total client care and therapeutic milieu management, as well as career growth and personal development oversight. You will develop an individualized growth plan which will help you develop your professional skills and career objectives.
If you are looking for an organization that thrives on growth, celebrates diversity of thought, and rewards passionate execution, you’ve come to the right place. Because we put clients first, it is our honor to support and reward those who serve them.
Job Description
An Overnight Counselor is responsible for assisting and supporting clients through the entire treatment experience, from admission through discharge, and is responsible for:
Staying awake and being ready to handle any overnight emergency;
Contributing insightful, practical and meaningful information to support the client’s behavior,
Mood and healing progress
Role-modeling appropriate and supportive behavior based on your training and experience
Supporting our clients in their journey to a healthier and more productive life
Maintaining a safe, clean and inviting environment
The Counseling team is available to our clients on a twenty-four hour basis. Counselors are often part of the client’s major support system, and as such, derive great satisfaction from making a powerful difference in their lives. Counselors manage crisis situations such as food refusal, emotional breakdowns and more. Center For Discovery is open to ideas for connecting with our clients in new and innovative ways. Counselors are empowered to be creative in their approach as personal strengths, skills and passions (e.g. yoga, art, hobbies…) may be integrated into our program.
Responsibilities
Checking on sleeping clients regularly
Supervising client hygiene time in the morning
Managing nighttime emergencies and crises as they arise
Soothing clients and working through issues as needed
Understanding and maintaining the confidential nature of all client and program related activities
Attending all training, education and staff enrichment activities; being familiar with the philosophy, mission and objectives of Center For Discovery
Contributing to the well-being of all clients by serving as a positive role model, demonstrating appropriate dress, grooming, communication and positive behavior in a professional, warm and caring manner
Sharing vital information of the client’s progress with the treatment team
Maintaining an inviting environment and ensuring the house is tidy and clean at all times; replenishes supplies as needed
This is a part time position that will work Friday, Saturday, Sunday. For a virtual tour of the facility, please visit our website at centerfordiscovery.com.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree (BA) from four-year college/university OR
Two-years of experience working within the mental health, counselor, or eating disorder fields
Must possess a current Driver’s License and be in good standing
Additional Information
We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.