What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem Counselor position at UNITED SERVICES INC?
Per Diem Adjunct Counselors –
- Milner House an Adult Mental Health Transitional Living Program
- Young Adult Services - Adults (18-25)
- Domestic Violence - Victims and Families
Location: Northeast, CT
Immediate Openings
Opportunities are available to work all shifts - 1st, 2nd, 3rd, including weekends and holidays
Looking for dedicated, hard-working professionals to work in our licensed Transitional Living Program, Domestic Violence Program or Young Adult Services Program, located in Northeast Connecticut. Working with our adults in mental health recovery to return to living independently. Work as part of a team providing individual support and group counseling in a residential setting. All Adjunct Counselors are contacted to provide coverage on a per diem basis. There is not a guaranteed schedule and coverage requests are based on program and client need. A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and ability to transport clients in own car, when needed.
Milner House helps adults remain stable and develop skills to live independently.
Domestic Violence Program responds to the needs of domestic violence victims and their children throughout their journey to establish a safer life.
Young Adult Services Program serves young adults 18-25 who live in the Willimantic area and have a diagnosed mental illness.
Adjunct Counselor responsibilities may include:
- Medication monitoring
- Client transportation
- Assists clients in addressing medical and psychiatric needs
- Prepares and facilitates educational and skill building groups and one to one interventions as directed by the treatment plan
- Assist in the preparation of meals
- Counseling
- Coordinate care with providers and families as needed
- Documentation
- House cleaning
United Services, Inc. requires all employees to be vaccinated against influenza annually during flu season and against COVID- 19 prior to start date.
Comprehensive training provided for all positions.
Rate of Pay: $20.00 per hour
** This position is not eligible for benefits.
Salary : $20