Rehab Counselor - Adult Outpatient
Listed compensation
$70,000
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
- Job Location: Enclave - San Jose, CA
- Position Type: Full Time
- Salary Range: $70000.00 - $70000.00Salary/year, About Bill Wilson Center: Bill Wilson Center is a nationally and regionally recognized leader for providing services to at-risk youth and families. Our agency -- from our executive team to our line staff -- is committed to improving the lives and conditions of the people we serve. We provide direct services to more than 3,500 children, youth, young adults and families in Santa Clara County. BWC provides services that meet the cultural and linguistic needs of our whole community. We value our unique ethnic diversity as well as the LGBTQ community and non-able body community. Join us and become a difference maker at Bill Wilson Center! Job Summary: As a Rehab Counselor with our Adult Outpatient Program, you’ll work with diverse adults of all ages, providing intervention for their mental and emotional health in community-based settings. You’ll work with a team to guide therapeutic interventions while providing services such as assessment, treatment planning, and individual rehabilitation. You’ll do all of this while being guided and supported by licensed behavioral health supervisors. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Complete intakes into services Assess client needs related to multiple areas of their lives. Create personalized care plans with clients and treatment team to support recovery and build skills. Provide case management and connect clients and their natural supports with helpful resources to improve daily life. Provide therapeutic treatment, primarily through individual rehabilitation. Communicate regularly with other care providers to coordinate client support. Mentor support staff in providing additional behavioral health support to clients including skills development, behavioral intervention, and case management. Complete all required client documentation in the electronic health record following agency and county standards. Meet the minimum for billable service time (45%). Manage your own schedule to effectively balance client appointments and other tasks during your work hours. Provide services in the community, including traveling to clients' homes, schools, or other locations and provide clients with transportation as needed. Attend required meetings and training. Participate in activities to improve quality and safety. Keep the work area clean and report any maintenance or safety concerns immediately. Regular attendance is essential for this job. Additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience: Masters Degree in Behavioral Science (Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, etc.); eligible/ in process to be registered with BBS as an APCC, ASW, or AMFT. Required Skills/Abilities: Bilingual communication skills (Spanish/English) are highly desired. Ability to work well with a variety of diverse adults. Understand and follow documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to document activities related to services provided. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clients and their families and supporters. Ability to participate effectively in group discussions and meetings. Must have a valid California driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle with current insurance that can be used for company business. Personal cellular phone that can be used for company business Current CPR and First Aid Certification required (or complete within 30 days of hire). Pass a background check and fingerprinting. Pass a TB test. Basic math skills to track hours, productivity, and expenses for reimbursement. Ability to solve practical problems using instructions and resources available in written, verbal, diagram and/or spreadsheet formats. Ability to remain calm in escalated situations. Intermediate computer skills required, including learning new software and applications. Ability to effectively develop and maintain a schedule of weekly activities and meetings that balances multiple priorities. Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification. Physical Demands: Drive to client location and offices. Complete documentation on paper and on the computer, and make phone calls. Navigate a variety of community locations which may include client homes, community centers, and outdoor settings including unpaved surfaces and inclement weather. Work Environment: Office setting is in an urban environment. Free onsite parking is available. Office setting are historical buildings with access via multiple stairways. Separate office space with no stairs are available or staff can be accommodated at a different location that also serves our behavioral health clients. Office setting includes unassigned and shared workspaces, with assigned laptop computer. Noise levels may vary from minimal to loud depending on where work is being done that day
- Salary Range: $70,000
/ per year ($33.65/ hour) Employee Benefits & Perks: We offer a generous compensation package for full-time employees that includes the following: 4 Weeks Accrued PTO 14 Paid Holidays Per Year Paid Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Life Insurance Plans Flexible Spending Plans for Medical, Dependent Care, Parking and Transit 401 (K) Retirement Plan 24/7 Employee Assistance Program Upward Career Mobility Discounts and Savings through Tickets At Work and LifeMart EEO: Bill Wilson Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.
Because of a need to remain responsive to the needs of our clients and our Agency’s operations, responsibilities may be modified at any time.
Key Responsibilities
The Rehab Counselor will provide mental and emotional health interventions for adults in community-based settings, including assessment and treatment planning. They are also responsible for case management, coordinating care with other providers, and mentoring support staff.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a behavioral science and be eligible for or in the process of registration with the BBS. A valid California driver's license, personal vehicle, and the ability to pass background and TB tests are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Behavioral Health — Counselor Career Context
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$70k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $63k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 56% are remote, 22% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.0 / 10 · above average in behavioral health (counseling) | ranked against 338 Behavioral Health (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $70k | Behavioral Health median $88k (middle half $83k–$106k)31 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$63k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Behavioral Health listings in California | 24 active | 348 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 56% remote · 22% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California Counselor listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $4k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Behavioral Health listings | 860 in the last 30 days | 551 the 30 days before (+56%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Behavioral Health pay trend | −2.2% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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