Behavioral Health Counselor

Behavioral Health Counselor

The Behavioral Health Counselor provides behavioral health support (crises assessments and interventions, safety planning, drop-in counseling, support groups etc.) to shelter guests and supportive housing residents/families. This position works collaboratively with the shelter, rehousing, and supportive housing program staff to facilitate referrals and ensure continuity of care.

Core Competencies:

Adherence to ethical standards & evidence-based practice, Active empathetic listening, Advocacy, Crisis intervention & management, Professional documentation, Research evaluation, non-judgement.

TDP

Core Competencies:

Ethics & integrity of practice, Organization & Time Management, Commitment to TDP's Principles of Care, Cultural humility, Teamwork & Collaboration, Critical thinking & Problem Solving.

Role Responsibilities:

• Work in close collaboration with shelter and supportive housing teams to identify guests and residents in need behavioral health support;
• Conduct intake screenings, clinical assessments, and counseling services as appropriate;
• Refer shelter guests, PSH residents, and rehousing clients/ former guests in need of more comprehensive support to behavioral health services in the community;
• Develop individualized care plans with residents and guests, monitoring progress through regular an ongoing contact with those receiving services;
• Maintain appropriate documentation regarding progress, challenges, and goal accomplishment, as well as any other supporting documents;
• Facilitate in-office and virtual individual counseling sessions, as well as life skills and group therapy as appropriate;
• Attend staff and clinical meetings, group consultation and supervision of Program;
• Maintain a flexible schedule, including some evening and weekend hours, in order to best meet the needs of guests and residents;
• Other program-related tasks as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in relevant field (human services, social work, marketing/ communications, human resources, finance, nonprofit management, etc. depending on role);
• Lived experience relevant to, or shared identities, with those The Delores Project serve including Indigenous people, communities of color, LGBTQIAI+ individuals, those with disabilities, and transgender and nonbinary people;
• The desire to work as part of a team- to make decisions creatively and collaboratively and to act in the best interest of one another and the organization;
• Lived or work experience with people who have been victims of trauma, those with mental health challenges, substance use disorders, those with traumatic brain injuries, and/ or disabilities;
• High emotional intelligence and self-awareness, commitment to assuming the best intent of others;
• Prior training in mental health first aid, de-escalation, vicarious trauma, harm reduction, and crisis intervention;
• Ability to be non-judgmental of other people's identities and life choices;
• An understanding of professional boundaries and how to model and maintain them with colleagues and people with diverse needs and from diverse backgrounds;
• Ability to positively and professionally represent The Delores Project to a diversity of stakeholders;
• Ability to speak Spanish or American Sign Language fluently not required but a plus;
• Good problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills, and the ability to take initiative and work independently;
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and ever-changing work environment, ability to switch priorities and gears as necessary;
• Willingness to engage in continuous learning and conversations around diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging;
• Ability to pass a background check (TDP is a second-chance employer and encourages all interested candidates to apply);
• Schedule flexibility based on the needs of the role/ team/ organization, including some evening and weekend hours when necessary and the ability to attend quarterly all-staff meetings on Saturday mornings

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, or related mental health field (licensed or licensed eligible for LCSW or LPC);
• Two years of experience in the human services field/social work/counseling

The Delores Project is an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants. People with disabilities, BIPOC individuals, Hispanic/ Latinx individuals, Indigenous people, LGBTQIA+ candidates, and/ or those with lived experience of homelessness and poverty are strongly encouraged to apply. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

All applications must be submitted by Friday July 31st, 2026