DIRECT CARE COUNSELOR - Day Program Staff

NFI North, Inc.; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and dental insurance

Three weeks paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement match

Job summary

NFI North, Inc. is seeking a Direct Care Counselor to support adults living with mental illness at the Philbrook Adult Transitional Housing site in Concord, New Hampshire. This Full-Time role involves supervising daily activities, facilitating skill development, and providing transportation.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree or significant relevant experience, and possess strong teamwork and communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, health insurance, paid vacation, and extensive training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience with adult mental health populations.
• Ability to supervise and facilitate group sessions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of participants.
• Facilitate improvement in personal responsibility and social skills.
• Assist in transportation to medical appointments.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Support and guidance

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related experience

Job description

Direct Care Counselor – Day Program Staff

Job Category: Direct Care
Requisition Number: DIREC004969
Employment Type: Full-Time
Rate: $20 USD per hour
Location: Concord, NH 03301, USA
Travel Required: Yes, local client transport and occasional training opportunities

Description

At NFI North, we design diverse and innovative programs that provide a high level of structure within communities of care for adults living with mental illness. The Transitional Housing Service program is a 16‑bed adult day program at the Philbrook Adult Transitional Housing (PATH) site. The role involves supporting participants in achieving independent living through comprehensive clinical, vocational, and life‑skills services.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of participants, providing ongoing support, guidance, and role modeling.
• Facilitate participant improvement in personal responsibility, social skills, medication monitoring and administration, community living skills, and behavior management.
• Assist in facilitating group sessions and provide transportation to medical appointments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or two years of related experience and/or training with adult mental health populations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, eager enjoyment and interest in community mental health work.
• Team player who works well as a member of a group.
• Motivated to grow professionally and take on additional responsibility.
• Flexible to set own schedule and goals within program parameters.
• Committed to making a meaningful impact on participants’ lives.

Benefits

Competitive salary, comprehensive health and dental insurance, three weeks paid vacation, additional sick and holiday time, tuition reimbursement, retirement match, and extensive training opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

NFI North is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E‑Verify Employer, affirming affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as required by law.

Application Process

Apply online via the company portal. Providing your employment history, qualifications, and a brief cover letter are required. For additional information, review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.