Evolve Treatment Centers
Location
Encinitas, California
Salary
$21 - $27 / HOUR
Provide one-to-one support and supervision for adolescents struggling with mental health and substance abuse in a residential setting. Facilitate psycho-education groups, lead recreational activities, and maintain detailed documentation of shift activities.
A high school diploma or GED is required, while a bachelor's degree and experience in behavioral healthcare are preferred. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and available to work at least one weekend shift.
Evolve offers the best in therapy and recovery options for residential and outpatient treatment programs for teens. We help adolescents 12 to 17 years old struggling with mental health, substance abuse, or behavior issues. Evolve offers a one-of-a-kind experience that serves teens and their families from across the country from our California-based treatment centers. We focus on positivity, equipping teens for change, and growing the whole person in a setting that’s comfortable and feels like home.
We’re dedicated to clinical excellence, and we know that you’ll bring your unique contribution to healing families in profound ways. Our work here is special, it’s meaningful, and it’s bigger than all of us. That’s why it takes a true community, aligned in purpose, committed to lifting each other up each day.
Evolve Treatment Centers is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Residential Counselor to join our team at one of our 6-bed teen residential treatment centers!
This position involves providing supervision to up to 6 six adolescents who are in residential treatment for 30-60 days for issues related to mental health and substance abuse. Residential Counselors support clients in their daily activities and facilitate groups with our clients. This position is challenging yet rewarding as our staff have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of teens and their families. This is a great position for someone who may be interested in going back to school to pursue a degree in the mental health or social services field.
The ideal candidate is experienced, dedicated, and excited about working with teens with mental health and substance abuse issues. We are looking for someone who is flexible and willing to adjust to the ever-changing nature of residential treatment. Residential Counselors must be patient, resilient, reliable team players, and must know how to maintain appropriate boundaries.
As an RC you will be a critical health worker, and so could be exposed to COVID, or on occasion work with clients with COVID. Evolve follows all state and local requirements regarding PPE and has strict guidelines for a safe work environment.
Provide one-to-one support and supervision to clients struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues Establish positive and nurturing relationships with the clients, within professional boundaries, in accordance with the policies and procedures Maintain vigilance and awareness of the milieu while monitoring the behavior, activities, and safety of the clients Engage in activities with the clients, such as, hikes, equine therapy, surf therapy, and fitness groups Create a constructive therapeutic community in accordance with the Center’s polices Conduct and facilitate psycho-education groups and recreational activities Perform crisis management and interventions as necessary Demonstrate model behaviors Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all shift activities Oversee and participate in meal-times and assist clients with life skills (i.e. laundry, dishes, and making bed)
High school diploma or GED required; college coursework or bachelor’s degree preferred Must be at least 21 years old All schedules require working at least 1 weekend shift
Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with teens preferred Experience working in a behavioral healthcare setting preferred
$21.00 - $27.00 Hourly (future earning potential)
Target Starting Hourly Rate $21.00
for Full Time Hires Only: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Paid Time Off - We understand a healthy work/life balance is crucial for our success, so we maintain a flexible Paid Time Off policy. Employees start accruing PTO immediately upon hire. In addition, employees receive paid holidays, paid sick days, and time off for bereavement and religious observances. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)/Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - As a mental health treatment provider, we understand the importance of maintaining the emotional health and personal well-being of each member of our staff. Retirement Planning
for Full Time or Part Time Hires: Professional Training - We invest in professional growth, offering quarterly continued education, ongoing training, and professional development courses for all employees. Paid Time Off - We understand a healthy work/life balance is crucial for our success, so we maintain a flexible Paid Time Off policy. Employees start accruing PTO immediately upon hire. In addition, employees receive paid holidays (if working on a holiday) and paid sick days. Free Meals – Employees working at our Residential Treatment Centers are offered free meals provided by our in-house chef. Our employees voted us as a certified Great Place to Work!
Evolve Treatment Centers is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We firmly believe that every individual deserves an equal opportunity to thrive and contribute to our organization. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, marital status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Market context
Residential counselor openings in California are often tied to ongoing demand for behavioral health and youth support staff, especially in settings serving teens. These roles are competitive because employers usually look for maturity, consistency, and experience with adolescents in structured care environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to highlight any teen-facing or behavioral health experience.
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