New Alternatives, Inc. is a private nonprofit agency that has provided a wide range of services to children, youth and families in San Diego and Orange Counties since 1978. Therapeutic services include residential, outpatient, day treatment, crisis support and in home support services.
New Alternatives, Inc. is committed to providing Trauma Informed Care principles throughout our agency. Candidates should have knowledge and/or desire in assisting the agency carry out this culture.
Current Openings:
Mental Health Counselor :
Responsibilities:
Work with children and adolescents who have suffered complex trauma build new coping skills and behaviors.
Engage youth in therapeutic relationships that encourage and foster positive participation in school and the residential treatment program.
Work closely with the team of therapists, teachers, psychiatrists, mental health counselors to provide a safe, healing and therapeutic milieu.
Qualifications/Requirements:
BA/BS preferred.
Experience in the field is a plus.
Various Shifts, days and programs available.
F/T & P/T offered.
Benefits include:
Extensive training opportunities
Career advancement
Clinical experience useful for post graduate studies
Excellent medical and dental benefits
Vacation, Sick Time
403B Plan
Family Fit Program through LA Fitness