What are the responsibilities and job description for the RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR position at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton?
About the Organization
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton is a faith inspired non-profit organization, mission-driven, family-friendly, and passionate about services to our communities. We offer a wide variety of exciting career opportunities in the areas of Direct Care, Clinical, Fundraising, Human Resources, IT, Finance, Marketing, and Nursing. When you join us, you can expect a true focus on work-life balance, rewarding career, competitive salaries, and comprehensive benefit programs. Some of our benefits include : generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; Employee Assistance Program, excellent health & pension plans; Public Student Loan Forgiveness program; and wide array of training and staff development opportunities to earn on-site CEUs. Catholic Charities is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for staff as well as for people seeking assistance.
To learn more about the agency, please visit our website at : www.catholiccharitiestrenton.org. For frequently asked questions, please click here : https : / / www.catholiccharitiestrenton.org / careers / frequently-asked-questions /
Req Number
DIR-24-00146
Location
BHS - Residential Burlington (Medford Lakes, NJ)
Full-Time / Part-Time
Part-Time
Number of Openings
Category
Direct Care - Residential
Description
JOB SUMMARY : Under the supervision of a House Manager, Assistant House Manager, Program Supervisor or Program Director, the residential counselor serves as a member of the Residential Program staff providing support and instruction to the residents of the assigned residential site.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Provides support services, including but not limited to daily living skills, life skill development, supportive residential counseling, transportation, etc. as needed by each resident.
- Support and assist residents in weekly program schedules and outside activities.
- Maintains the security and safety of the residents and the facility.
- Participates in the development and implementation of the Individual Recovery Plan for each resident.
- Communicate, in written & verbal form, assessments & observations of consumers to other treatment team members.
- Supervise and monitor residents in self-medication. (n / a for TRP, Mercer Residential)
- Maintains accurate / current client documentation according to accrediting standards.
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS : N / A
Position Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Any of the following :
High school diploma / GED) four years of related work or life experience ( experience related to job duties must be clearly documented );LPN license two years of related work or life experience;Combination of one or more years of college related work or life experience together equaling four years;RN license;Bachelors degree from accredited college / university one year of related work or life experience;Bachelors degree from accredited college / university, in mental health, health or other appropriate human services related discipline.
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS NEEDED : Valid driver's license is required.
MANDATED PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS :
Behavioral Health Services Completion of comprehensive competency based training program for individuals providing adult mental health residential services required. Certification of CPI / CPR / First Aid, issued by a certified trainer within 90 days of employment. Completion of essential learning online training.
Exempt / Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Weekly Work Hours
20-30
Proposed Salary
17.50 / hourly
Schedule
None Specified
This position is currently accepting applications.
Salary : $18
