Trauma Counselor Employee Wellness Therapist

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and highly skilled Trauma Counselor / Employee Wellness Therapist to provide counseling and emotional support services to employees who have experienced crises, traumatic events, workplace stress, and secondary trauma.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and counseling services. They will play a critical role in supporting employee well-being by helping individuals process difficult experiences, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and improve their overall mental and emotional resilience.

Job Highlights

Schedule: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Torrance, CA Time (8 hours per day plus a 1-hour unpaid break)

Work Arrangement: Work from home

Contract: Independent Contractor

Responsibilities

Counseling & Mental Health Support

• Provide individual counseling sessions to employees experiencing personal or work-related challenges
• Support employees affected by crisis situations, traumatic events, grief, loss, and emotional distress
• Deliver trauma-informed counseling services tailored to individual needs
• Assist employees in developing healthy coping strategies and resilience-building techniques

Crisis Intervention

• Conduct crisis assessments and provide immediate emotional support when necessary
• Support employees dealing with secondary trauma, compassion fatigue, burnout, and workplace stress
• Identify situations requiring additional intervention or referral to specialized mental health services

Wellness & Prevention

• Promote employee well-being and mental health awareness
• Provide guidance on stress management, emotional regulation, and self-care practices
• Assist in developing wellness initiatives and support programs when needed

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, confidential, and professional session documentation
• Ensure compliance with all applicable ethical, legal, and privacy requirements
• Follow established professional standards and counseling best practices

Collaboration & Consultation

• Collaborate with organizational leadership when appropriate while maintaining employee confidentiality
• Provide general recommendations regarding employee wellness initiatives and support programs
• Assist in identifying trends and opportunities to improve overall employee well-being

Requirements

• Licensed Psychologist, Counselor, Therapist, Social Worker, or equivalent mental health professional credential in their jurisdiction
• Minimum 3 years of experience providing counseling or therapy services
• Experience working with trauma, grief, crisis intervention, or secondary trauma
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care principles
• Excellent communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build trust and rapport with diverse individuals
• Strong ethical judgment and commitment to confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and manage sensitive situations professionally

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting remote employees or distributed teams
• Experience in Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), workplace wellness, or occupational mental health
• Certification or specialized training in trauma therapy, crisis intervention, PTSD treatment, or grief counseling
• Experience supporting healthcare workers, social service professionals, customer service teams, or high-stress work environments
• Multilingual capabilities are a plus

Independent Contractor Perks

HMO Coverage for eligible locations

Permanent work from home

Immediate hiring

Steady freelance job

Side Note

This is a permanent work-from-home role under an Independent Contractor arrangement. Candidates must have their own computer and reliable internet connection, and are responsible for their own taxes and benefits. Professional hourly fees are established based on your performance in the application process.

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.