Counselor II, Bilingual

Support Counselor II

Location: Antioch, California

Schedule: Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Department: Behavioral Health

Pay Range: $23.00-$23.50 per hour

Hiring Bonus: $500 bonus (Paid 50% at 1 month and 50% at 6 months)

Pay range of $ per hour is for employees hired in Contra Costa, CA. The range represents the typical starting rate for candidates hired within the Monterey region. Candidates hired in Southern California or Bay Area locations may receive higher starting salaries due to cost‑of‑living and market data differences. Salary may be influenced by education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, market data for the work location, and internal comparison to employees with similar roles.

Make a meaningful impact. Aspiranet, one of California’s leading nonprofit organizations supporting children, youth, and families, is seeking a compassionate Support Counselor to work as part of the TBS program under the Behavioral Health Division.

If you are passionate about supporting the emotional well‑being of young people and thrive in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment, we invite you to join our team and make a lasting impact.

About Aspiranet. Founded in 1975, Aspiranet is a mission‑driven organization dedicated to helping families thrive. We provide a continuum of care across California through six service divisions:
Foster and Adoption, Transitional Aged Youth, Residential, Intensive Home‑Based Services, Behavioral Health, and Family and Community. Every role at Aspiranet contributes to building a future where every child is loved, every family supported, and every individual equipped to succeed.

As a Support Counselor II for Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) in Antioch, California, you will use your education and experience to positively impact a child’s life. While working one‑on‑one with at‑risk youth and their families in their home or community setting, you will implement treatment and intervention plans to provide tools for the youth to thrive in their community.

• Travel to clients’ homes or community settings to coach and guide at‑risk youth to strengthen their foundation to thrive in daily life.
• Build a strong, positive, caring relationship to create a safe space for clients to share and seek guidance during challenging times.

• Document and share the status and experiences of treatment and intervention plans with team members, including social workers, parent partners, program managers, and clinicians to provide the best support for the youth.
• Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and clinical consultations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• BA or BS degree in a related field or 2 full‑time equivalent years of experience in a behavioral health related field.
• Meet all state‑required employment conditions, including:
  • DOJ fingerprint and Child Abuse Index clearance
  • TB/Health physical
  • Valid CA Driver’s License, acceptable driving record, and proof of insurance

• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension).
• Ability to work independently while seeking guidance when necessary.
• Strong writing and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and standard office software.
• Excellent time management, multitasking, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional boundaries with clients and staff.

• Field‑based position that requires traveling to client’s home or community setting.
• Schedule is Monday‑Friday day shift, with flexibility to work some evenings.

• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Access to the free Aspiranet Employee Perks Program. Enjoy exclusive discounts on entertainment, travel, wellness, pet care, gym memberships, theme parks, and more.
• Flexible paid time off including 11 paid holidays, 10 vacation days, 10 sick leave days, two diversity days, and paid birthday time off.
• Access to employee assistance program including a 24/7 crisis line; up to 6 counseling sessions per…