Part-Time Support Counselor I

Job overview

The Part-Time Support Counselor I role is onsite in Salinas, CA. Compensation is $22.71–$27.60 per hour. Community Human Services supports program clients, including people facing homelessness, substance use disorders, and mental health challenges. The counselor provides supervision and practical support, facilitates programming, documents client activity, and helps maintain a safe and clean environment. The role contributes to daily program operations while working under direct instruction and within defined limits.

What you'll do

• Conduct room and facility checks
• assist clients with independent living skills
• support check-in, meals, mail, and activities
• document client activity and medication logs
• maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
• provide program transportation
• communicate and resolve conflicts
• and contact staff during emergencies. If applicable, monitor withdrawal management and supervise residents’ self-administration of medication.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

support counselor i

part-time

salinas ca

community human services

$22.71–$27.60/hr

client supervision

independent living skills

program activities

homelessness services

substance use support

mental health support

weekend shifts

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma or GED, California driver’s license and auto insurance, CPR/First Aid certification, and TB clearance. Flexible availability for day, evening, weekday, and weekend shifts is required.

About the employer

Community Human Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.