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)

The pay range for this position is $23.00- $23.50 per hour for employees hired in Contra Costa, CA. The pay range provided in this job posting represents the typical range or starting rate of candidates hired within the Monterey region. Candidates hired in Southern California or Bay Area locations may have higher starting salaries due to cost of living and market data differences.

Factors that may be used to determine your actual starting salary may include your education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, the market data for your work location, and internal comparison to other employees who hold a similar role.

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’re 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.

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 something greater: 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’ll 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’ll implement treatment and intervention plans to provide tools for the youth to thrive in their community.

• As a Support Counselor II in Antioch, California, you will travel to your client’s homes or community setting to coach and guide at-risk youth to strengthen their foundation to thrive in daily life.
• By building a strong, positive, caring relationship, you’ll create a safe space for your client to share and seek guidance during challenging times.

• In our team-based setting, you’ll document and share the status and experiences of your treatment and intervention plans with other team members, which may include 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 experience in a behavioral health related field.
• Meets 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