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Although I have worked here for several years it was mostly due to their flexibility and willingness to allow me to continue my education while working full-time.
Management does a terrible job of putting an effort into employee needs and progress. Advancement is limited, upward mobility is only noticeable in the higher positions. When higher positions are available they are not announced. I guess that is the way of the non-profit world.
I do believe that working at this agency provides people with the ability to network and possibly find new employment. Many co-workers have gone on to work for the county of Los Angeles or other agencies.
The operations team is very disconnected with employee concerns or incidents that need immediate attention. They have, in many situations, allowed for situations to remain unchecked until upper supervisors/management are affected by these conditions/situations.

I assist the homeless in getting into Detox and/or Substance Abuse Treatment, do Screenings, Intakes, Assessments, Orientations, Treatment Plans, Counseling, Case Management, Facilitate Groups, Record Keeping, Client Education, Crisis Intervention, Referrals, and Consultations. Also do Community Assessment Service Center Assessments. I have learned different contracts such as: SAHMSA, SASCA, STOP, Drug Medi-Cal, AB109, PC1210, Cal Works, DCFS, First Five, General Relief, and Treatment in Housing. I belong to a team of hard working co-workers that assist, and support each other daily. The hardest part of the job is trying to help someone that does not want help. The most enjoyable part of the job is seeing the success stories at the end.

My typical day at work was engaging with clients, provide counseling in both individual/group settings. I learned alot about criminal population and overseeing Prop 36 contract through and the Criminal Justice System. My co-workers were professional and great at providing excellent services to patients. The hardest part of my job with nothing. The most enjoyable part of my job was assisting patients with valuable information to maintain sobriety and attend termination of criminal charge upon successful completion of program.

The people who were here are sweet and their intentions are clear; they want to help people! As a Prevention Specialist, it is your duty to develop workshops and events to educate youth and parents about substance use and prevention methods. This is incredibly hard to do with upper management shutting down MODERN AND INNOVATIVE ideas for outreach, and there is a bunch of red tape to get materials and events approved. You have no voice and often need to find something to do. 

What is the best part of working at the company?
Friendly Working Environment. Lots of Learning Opportunities 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
No proper documentation and Guidance 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Friendly and Helpful Its like your Own family 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Do your Job right help others all will appreciate you

Talking to the women, facilitating groups, crisis intervention. Interacting with the children. One of the best things about working with the women was to see them progress, becoming better parents and a positive influence to their communities.  The hardest part of the job was not being able to help everyhone. My co-workers were great.  Management was good.

Complete Intake, assessment and treatment planing, Prepare for group/individual counseling, Provide clients with weekly drug test.  Complete client and update client files. Management provide opportunity to work at your own pace.  Great team work. Hardest part of the job was to realize that you can only do so much. The most enjoyable is the opportunity to make a difference.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Unprofessional in every aspect

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Terrible Supervision. Rude and favoritism 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Hostile, toxic, depressing environment 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Stressful with rude and angry coworkers

I was able to learn many different contracts and people. Enjoyed working in collaboration with DCFS, DPSS, and probation. However, some employees or supervisors make it a stressful environment. Working with supervisors like this makes it difficult to work in a peaceful environment and this company underpays most of their employees.

It is about the money. They underpay and yet regularly expect increased services. They do provide training at the corporate office in Gardena. Their Human resources department is efficient. The benefits fall short of total coverage. You'll have thirty minutes for lunch and one fifteen minute break..

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Senior counselor 24 salaries reported	$26.13 per hour
Program technician 14 salaries reported	$20.68 per hour
Licensed vocational nurse 12 salaries reported	$36.96 per hour
Medical assistant 11 salaries reported	$23.63 per hour
Registered nurse 10 salaries reported	$52.99 per hour

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