What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Support Specialist position at Cayuga Health System?
Job Overview:
Cayuga Health System seeks a highly motivated and compassionate Residential Counselor to join our team. As a key member of our residential program, you will play a vital role in providing support and guidance to clients as they navigate their recovery journey.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist with admissions and discharge processes, ensuring thorough safety checks and client orientation.
• Maintain a safe and structured community environment, enforcing rules and promoting positive behavior.
• Teach social skills and model pro-social adult decision making, helping clients adapt to the program structure.
• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills, crisis intervention skills, and ability to maintain healthy boundaries.
Requirements:
• High school degree and one year of relevant experience.
• Basic understanding of addiction and recovery issues.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Associate or bachelor's degree in SUD, human services, or related field.
• CASAC-T certification or working towards it.
Cayuga Health System seeks a highly motivated and compassionate Residential Counselor to join our team. As a key member of our residential program, you will play a vital role in providing support and guidance to clients as they navigate their recovery journey.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist with admissions and discharge processes, ensuring thorough safety checks and client orientation.
• Maintain a safe and structured community environment, enforcing rules and promoting positive behavior.
• Teach social skills and model pro-social adult decision making, helping clients adapt to the program structure.
• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills, crisis intervention skills, and ability to maintain healthy boundaries.
Requirements:
• High school degree and one year of relevant experience.
• Basic understanding of addiction and recovery issues.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Associate or bachelor's degree in SUD, human services, or related field.
• CASAC-T certification or working towards it.
