Night Counselor- Second Story

Job Summary:

We currently have an opening for a Night Counselor at our Second Story House, located in Santa Cruz. As a Night Counselor, you will be responsible for providing a safe and secure environment by providing support to guests during their stay. Guests may be experiencing a reality much different than your own and there is an expectation that those differences will be navigated with gentleness, curiosity, and compassion. You will provide a focus on mutual learning, connection and personal growth as the path to managing distress and crisis and will remain vigilant and available to any guest having difficulties. Services will be delivered with dignity and respect for each guest. This position is scheduled to cover two 10-hour overnight shifts per week.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Establish a close working relationship with guests in the program. Maintain the safety and security of the facility during overnight hours. Maintain a safe, clean, and sober environment. Remain available to any guest having difficulties, on overnight shifts. Participate in the effort to keep the facility clean, well maintained and running smoothly. This may include household duties such as doing laundry and cleaning. Required trainings are provided and include trauma informed care, mindfulness meditation, motivational interviewing and intentional peer support.

Qualifications:

Priority in hiring will go to "peers" or people with lived mental health experience. This is defined as a person who can inspire hope by openly sharing their experiences of recovery from extreme emotional distress. This may have meant having a diagnosis, being hospitalized and receiving services for a span of nine months to a lifetime. This person has learned through their challenges, remains open to life experiences and ready to give back to their community. Please discuss your experience in your cover letter. High school diploma, GED, or equivalent life experience. Ability to role model daily living skills in a positive manner. Demonstrated ability to organize and complete tasks. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and written and oral communication skills. Ability to maintain and clean, safe and supportive environment. Must be able to pass a criminal record clearance

Wages & Benefits:

We prioritize the well-being of our team as much as the community we serve. Our comprehensive health benefits reflect this commitment. We offer full-time employees medical and dental insurance plan that ensures peace of mind for themselves and their families. We go beyond traditional care by also offering our employees acupuncture and chiropractic, embracing a holistic approach to health that aligns with our values of care and compassion. Our team's future matters just as much as the present. That's why we offer a 403(b) retirement plan, providing a foundation for a secure retirement. We also recognize the need for work-life balance, so Encompass offers a competitive package of 11 vacation days, 15 additional paid holidays, and 12 sick days. These benefits are thoughtfully pro-rated for part-time positions, affirming our commitment to fairness and flexibility.