Community Living Specialist — Residential Counselor

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York is seeking a Residential Counselor to support residents in Community Residence or Permanent Housing programs. You will help residents learn life skills and implement service plans while maintaining detailed documentation and providing crisis management as needed.

The role emphasizes coordinating with program staff, assisting with daily living tasks, meals, medication, transportation, and community integration to promote independence and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience helping individuals with serious mental illness or similar population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services to all assigned residents.
• Implement individual service plans to help residents attain rehabilitation goals.
• Document services and interactions in residents' case records with required paperwork.
• Engage residents in discussions about their short- and long-term goals and evaluate services.

Skills

Good judgment

Customer service

Time management

Communicate with manager

CPR/First Aid training

Teamwork

Independence

Flexibility

Emergency readiness

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York is seeking a Residential Counselor to support residents in Community Residence or Permanent Housing programs. You will help residents learn life skills and implement service plans while maintaining detailed documentation and providing crisis management as needed.

The role emphasizes coordinating with program staff, assisting with daily living tasks, meals, medication, transportation, and community integration to promote independence and