BBH - 2. S. Augusta - Residential Counselor (M - F 3P - 11P)

Volunteers of America Chesapeake and Carolinas in; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Eine innovative Organisation sucht einen Residential Counselor, um Klienten bei der Entwicklung von Fähigkeiten für ein unabhängiges Leben zu unterstützen. Diese Rolle erfordert die Bewertung der Bedürfnisse der Klienten, die Entwicklung individueller Pläne und die Bereitstellung von Gesundheitsbildung. In einem dynamischen Umfeld arbeiten Sie eng mit einem engagierten Team zusammen, um sicherzustellen, dass Klienten sicher und selbstständig an Gemeinschaftsaktivitäten teilnehmen können. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für die Unterstützung von Menschen in schwierigen Situationen haben, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Qualifications

• Mindestens zwei Jahre Erfahrung in einer psychiatrischen Wohn- oder Sozialdienstumgebung.
• Bevorzugte Erfahrung in rehabilitativen Dienstleistungen.

Responsibilities

• Bewertung der rehabilitativen Bedürfnisse der Klienten und Entwicklung individueller Pläne.
• Koordination von Dienstleistungen zur Unterstützung der Ziele der Klienten für ein unabhängiges Leben.

Skills

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Erfahrung im Gesundheitswesen

Fähigkeit zur Arbeit in einem schnelllebigen Umfeld

Education

High School Diploma oder GED

Bachelor-Abschluss oder RN-Lizenz

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Volunteers of America Chesapeake and Carolinas

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas empowers self-reliance and inspires hope. As a church without walls, we do this through personalized housing, ministry, health, and human services that benefit vulnerable individuals, their families, and the community. Founded in 1896 in Baltimore, MD by social reformers Ballington and Maud Booth, we were one of the first of over 30 affiliates of Volunteers of America—one of the nation's largest and most comprehensive human services organizations.

Our founders envisioned a movement dedicated to reaching and uplifting the American people. On behalf of the organization, the Booths pledged “to go wherever we are needed, and do whatever comes to hand.” Their declaration continues to guide Volunteers of America's impact on “Helping America's most vulnerable.”

Through a dedicated team of more than 850 employees and thousands of volunteers, we provide critical care, support services, and hope to thousands of people each year throughout Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, and the Carolinas. We strive to attract, engage, and retain qualified, diverse, and compassionate individuals by promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a work environment that offers challenging, stimulating, and rewarding opportunities.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the group homes' Residential Coordinator and under the clinical supervision of the Rehabilitation Director, the Residential Counselor provides direct services to promote clients' participation in community activities and develop skills for independent living. Responsibilities include assessing clients' rehabilitation needs, developing and monitoring individual rehabilitation plans, and providing crisis services, including intensive support and follow-up for discharged clients. The Residential Counselor also transports clients as needed.

The role involves ensuring clients develop and utilize skills that maintain a safe residential environment and documenting service delivery. Additionally, the Residential Counselor may provide basic health education in areas such as nutrition, exercise, dental care, substance abuse prevention, and communicable disease prevention.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in assessing clients' rehabilitative needs and developing individualized plans
• Coordinate and deliver services to support client goals for independent living
• Assist with developing self-care, socialization, community awareness, mobility, and money management skills
• Provide health education and disease prevention as privileged
• Supervise residents in home-like settings, ensuring safety and compliance
• Coordinate community integration activities
• Communicate progress with staff and document services
• Monitor medication management when privileged, ensuring safety and proper documentation
• Maintain vehicle safety and documentation
• Participate in discharge planning and follow-up services
• Attend meetings and training as required
• Ensure compliance with policies and maintain home safety standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands include operating a vehicle, traveling, standing, sitting, bending, reaching, lifting up to 30 pounds, and performing basic maintenance activities. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

END RESULTS

• Address clients' rehabilitative needs effectively
• Enable clients to participate safely and independently in community activities
• Support community placements and reduce hospitalizations
• Ensure policy and procedural compliance
• Maintain communication with staff and residents

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not exhaustive and duties may change as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED with at least two years of experience in a mental health residential or social service setting, or related post-secondary education
• Bachelor's Degree or RN licensure with at least one year of rehabilitative service experience preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite