Brien Center for Mental Health is Hiring a Direct Care Counselor - Adult Community Crisis Stabilization (CBHC) Near Pittsfield, MA
All days and shifts available! Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shifts!! General Description To Provide milieu support to individuals admitted to the Adult CCS. Essential Job Functions
Teach ADL skills including budgeting, menu planning, cooking, shopping, doctor appointments, housing, cleaning and leisure activities in-group and individual settings
Provide transportation for individuals
Participate in all relevant staff meetings, treatment team meetings, scheduled supervision and interagency meetings
Keep supervisor well informed and update collateral services when needed
Report any incidents, accidents, injuries or medication errors to your supervisor according to agency policy
Assist with the development, implementation and facilitation of peer run groups
Assist with the scheduling, implementation and facilitation of peer run activities
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required
Peer certified and/or recovery coach preferred, 2 or 4-year degree in related field preferred
Relevant experience preferred, will train
CPR Certified, or obtain CPR certification within first 3 months of employment
Able to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information Check and RMV check
Drivers License and ability to use a personally insured vehicle for agency business
Skills:
Ability to write clear concise reports incorporating observations of individuals' behavior
Proficient knowledge of computers
Working Conditions:
Work at residential site
Able to work or travel inside and outside as needed in varying weather conditions
Physical Requirements and Conditions
Manual & visual dexterity; correctable
Lifting Maximums: weight of grocery bags and/or laundry baskets
Push, pull, stand, reach overhead and twist
Able to bend at the knees, waist and lower self to the ground or floor without assistance
Able to physically climb and descend stairs without assistance Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions