What are the responsibilities and job description for the RESIDENCE COUNSELOR- PRN/PART TIME position at Cumberland County Guidance Center?
Dynamic Opportunity: As a PRN employee, working hours as needed, a Residence Counselor provides counseling, guidance, and advocacy to clients with behavioral health issues, who reside in a residential setting. In this role, you will have a direct impact on clients' progress, offering support and modeling positive behaviors to help them achieve their treatment goals.
The Guidance Center: The Guidance Center is a primary mental health support agency, providing compassionate, professional care for individuals and families with mental health needs in the greater Cumberland County, NJ area. For more than 60 years, our non-profit organization of professionals, doctors, nurses, therapists, and support staff has assisted the community in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of mental illness.
What This Position Looks Like: A Residence Counselor maintains progress and activities records. You will foster a positive atmosphere by demonstrating healthy communication, coping skills, and problem-solving strategies. You'll be responsible for developing and implementing engaging social, recreational, and educational activities. Additionally, you will accompany and transport clients to appointments and community resources, ensuring they have the support needed to access external services. Your presence in the residential setting will be key in creating a structured, supportive environment that promotes recovery.
What You Need to Apply:
- A high school diploma or equivalent, plus four years of related work or life experience
- Knowledge of community resources and agencies
- A valid driver's license with a Motor Vehicle Record that meets agency standards
What We Provide:
- Shift(s) 4:00PM to 12:00AM, 12:00AM to 8:00AM, 8:00AM to 4:00PM(typically on weekends)
- 10% additional wages for hours worked between 12:00 AM and 8:00 AM
- Competitive Wages
- Union Position
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Employee discounts; auto, event tickets, insurance, wireless cell service and more
- Union membership
- Competitive wages
- Employee discounts on services such as auto, tickets, insurance, wireless cell service, and more
The Guidance Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
