Counselor-Seniors
PROGRESS FOUNDATION
Summary
The Seniors program includes Rypins House, a 6-bed transitional residential treatment program located in San Francisco's Mission District, Carroll House, a 6-bed residential treatment located in Bernal Heights and Rypins House Day Treatment, a day treatment program for Seniors Program clients and older adult consumers from the community. This program provides services to adults over age 60. This transitional residential treatment program for seniors is the only rehabilitation and recovery-based 24-hour alternative to institutional treatment, or jail, that is designed to meet the needs of behavioral health clients over age 60 in San Francisco.
Job description
Primary Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Program Director or the Assistant Director, Counselors provide support and assistance to clients of these two unique adult psychiatric transitional residential treatment program. The Counselors advocate for and respond to clients' treatment and rehabilitation needs.
- Promote the philosophy of social rehabilitation as it applies to residential treatment
- Performance of intake interviews
- Group, individual, and family counseling
- Treatment plan development and implementation
- Coordination of activities
- Discharge planning
- Developing and maintaining contact with clients' therapists and related treatment programs
- Maintain computer requirements of the City and County of San Francisco Community Behavioral Health Services
- Maintain clinical records
- Perform minor household repair and cleaning tasks
- Willing to work a flexible schedule, including some weekend and overnight shifts
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree. Experience may be substituted for the degree requirement, depending on nature and length of experience.
- Specific experience in residential treatment and/or knowledge of social rehabilitation is preferred.
- At least one year's experience in a community mental health program is preferred.
- Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Basic word processing skills.
- Must demonstrate an acceptable level of maturity, good judgment and emotional stability.
- Must be able to negotiate several flights of stairs and lift and carry 20lb packages multiple times during each work shift.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Experience in residential treatment and/or knowledge of social rehabilitation preferred
- At least one year's experience in a community mental health program preferred
- Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Basic word processing skills
- Must demonstrate an acceptable level of maturity, good judgment and emotional stability
- Must be able to negotiate several flights of stairs and lift and carry 20lb packages multiple times during each work shift
- Willing to work a flexible schedule, including some weekend and overnight shifts
- Valid California driver's license and insurability under the agency's auto insurance policies preferred
Company overview
Progress Foundation is a mental health care organization dedicated to providing comprehensive behavioral health services to individuals and communities. As a healthcare provider specializing in mental wellness, the foundation focuses on delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions, counseling services, and support programs for those facing mental health challenges. Their mission centers on promoting psychological well-being, reducing stigma associated with mental health conditions, and improving access to quality mental health care. The organization likely operates through various service delivery models including outpatient clinics, community-based programs, and potentially residential treatment facilities. Progress Foundation emphasizes a holistic approach to mental health, addressing both clinical needs and psychosocial factors that impact mental wellness. Their services may include individual therapy, group counseling, crisis intervention, case management, and preventive mental health education. The foundation plays a crucial role in the healthcare ecosystem by bridging gaps in mental health service delivery and advocating for mental health awareness and policy improvements.