Residential Worker

Seeking qualified applicant to work in our Residential program.

This position will float between residences in Ramsey, Mahwah, Ridgewood & Midland Park.

Full time staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, employer paid life & long term disability insurance, 403b retirement (matching when criteria met), medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, voluntary critical illness, accident and life insurance, as well as generous paid time off including vacation, sick, personal and holiday time.

The Residential Worker encourages residential client’s wellness and recovery through group activities, education in daily living skills, supportive counseling and medication management. Requirements include meeting of documentation standards and required clinical competencies as identified. Basic computer/keyboarding skills, including familiarity with word processing programs, (MS Word preferred) for report writing, forms, records, letters, etc., ability to learn and use the electronic client record keeping system, additional requirements may occur as specific job needs evolve. Understanding of various treatment theories and modalities, which are considered as standard or usual in the treatment of the adult psychiatric population and their families, needed.

Qualifications are flexible with either a BA degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a mental health, health, or other appropriate human services related discipline; or a licensed registered nurse; or a combination of one or more years of college plus related work or life experience together equaling four years (The individual is required to have at least one year of related work or life experience, if the four year college education does not meet the requirements above.); or a license as a practical nurse plus two years of related work or life experience; or a high school diploma or the equivalent, plus four years of related work or life experience. Position requires CPR/First Aid training, be obtained prior to delivering services alone and within 30 days of hire. We will provide training if none currently exists. Preferred qualifications are as listed above, plus experience in the field of Mental Health Services; Valid driver’s license. Good driving record, meeting recommendations of Agency Automotive Insurer.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status,

Resumes should contain a cover letter indicating position being applied for. Forward to: HR@westbergen.org or fax to 201-957-1566