What are the responsibilities and job description for the Primary Counselor position at Community Care Center?
POSITION SUMMARY
The purpose of your job position is to assist in the implementation and evaluation of the Behavioral and Counseling treatment plans as they meet the needs of the residents care plan in accordance with current federal, state and local standards that govern the facility, and as assigned by the Program Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Functions
- Plan, coordinate, implement and revise specific STP group content.
- Develop specific lesson plans for Specialty Groups and maintain a library of lesson plans and Resource material.
- Offer / monitor groups and Supervised Outings as assigned.
- Attend Shift reports daily and disseminate information as appropriate.
- Complete attendance documentation daily including and complete progress documentation in PCC.
- Complete assigned daily / weekly / monthly documentation as required / assigned.
- Complete Program Daily Charting and submit a form to the Program Director daily.
- Complete Quarterly Summary (when needed) / update care plan interventions as needed. Attend IDSM Meetings to discuss resident progress on assigned caseloads.
Counseling Functions
Safety / Infection Functions
Control Functions (Resident Rights)
Inservice Functions
Attends and participates in orientation and all facilities / programs in service training as directed. (Minimum of 52 weekly hours of STP in service per year)
Training
Must complete 20 hours of PRO-ACT every 2 years.
REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications / Experience
Must have 1 year experience in a mental health field.
Must be able to read and write in a legible and understandable manner.
Must be able to perform the Essential Job Functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Working Conditions
May encounter frequent interruptions
May be involved with residents, family, and government agencies
May be requested to work beyond scheduled working hours at times
May be subjected to odors, dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoking or air contaminants
May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses
May be exposed to or handle hazardous chemicals
Physical Requirements
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day
Working throughout the nursing areas
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Lifting more weight up to 100 pounds requires assistance
Ability to read fine print on tablet, progress notes and / or medical labels
