Empathetic Supportive Housing Counselor for Recovery

Mental-Health-Association-of-Nassau-County; Village of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

403(b) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick & Safe Leave

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit

Job summary

Mental Health Association of Nassau County seeks a Supportive Housing Counselor to assist adults with mental illness in a community-based program. You will provide supportive services aligned with recovery goals, conduct weekly visits, and coordinate care with treatment teams and landlords.

A Bachelor's in a Human Service field and at least 2 years' experience are required, plus CPR/Narcan training within 90 days and a NYS driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a Human Service field.
• Minimum of 2 years working with individuals diagnosed with a mental illness.
• CPR and Narcan training within 90 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Staff conducts weekly visits for the first 4 weeks after admission into the program.
• Provide face-to-face or telehealth contact with participants; assist with daily living skills.
• Assist residents with gathering financial documents for recertification and leases.
• Provide crisis management and coordinate hospital-related care and post-discharge services.
• Develop recovery goals that are culturally sensitive to each participant.
• Complete documentation in EMR; maintain timely reports and plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a Human Service field

Job description

Mental Health Association of Nassau County seeks a Supportive Housing Counselor to assist adults with mental illness in a community-based program. You will provide supportive services aligned with recovery goals, conduct weekly visits, and coordinate care with treatment teams and landlords.

A Bachelor's in a Human Service field and at least 2 years' experience are required, plus CPR/Narcan training within 90 days and a NYS driver’s license.