PRN Residential Counselor

Acenda, Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 21,025 - 29,945; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Innovative work culture

Job summary

A community-focused non-profit organization in New Jersey is seeking a Residential Counselor to support clients in a residential program for the mentally ill. Responsibilities include fostering supportive relationships, assisting daily living activities, and implementing treatment plans. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and relevant experience. This role offers a base pay of $18.50, with additional bilingual compensation available.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years related mental health experience.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license with acceptable record.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain positive relationships with residents.
• Provide assistance in daily living activities.
• Implement and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Facilitate group activities promoting skill development.
• Maintain accurate documentation of residents' progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Guidance in daily living activities

Implementation of treatment plans

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in mental health or related discipline

Job description

PRN Residential Counselor page is loaded## PRN Residential Counselorlocations: US NJ Cape May Court House 1129 South Route 9time type: Variable timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: JR100596**If you want to make a living by making a difference, join Acenda as an**Residential CounselorJoin #TeamAcenda as a **Full Time** **Residential Counselor** to support the Psychiatric and Residential Services - Residential and Supportive Housing Program in Cape May Court House, New Jersey.Top Workplace in 2024 by the Philadelphia Inquirer. As a non-profit organization, we are solely committed to our mission of moving lives forward.**Job Overview:** Our Residential Service Program offers a continuum of housing for the acutely and chronically mentally ill with supervised residences. Our purpose is to help those suffering from severe mental illness to live in the least restrictive setting that is compatible with their level of functioning. As a Residential Counselor in our Adult Residential Program, you will provide for the safety and security of adult clients within the residential setting by promoting a healthful and supportive environment. You will work closely with the residential nurse, supervisor and director in the implementation of adult individualized rehabilitation treatment goals.**Key Responsibilities:*** Establish and maintain positive relationships with residents, fostering a supportive and caring environment.* Provide assistance and guidance to residents in daily living activities, including personal care, meal planning, and household chores.* Implement and monitor individualized treatment plans, ensuring the physical, emotional, and social well-being or residents.* Facilitate group activities and therapeutic programs that promote skill development, socialization, and community integration.* Maintain accurate and timely documentation of residents' progress, incidents, and any significant observations.* Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team, including residential supervisor, nurse, director, and medical professionals.**Requirements:*** Minimum requirement is a High school diploma or equivalent, plus two years related mental health experience.* Professionalism and a commitment to excellence in care* Must have and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.**Preferred:*** Preferred is a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a mental health, health or other appropriate human services related discipline with knowledge of and experience with the chronic mentally ill adult population.**Additional Information:*** Base Pay: $18.50* Bilingual Rate: An additional $1.50/hourly rate added to the base pay if Spanish proficient.**We Provide:*** An Innovative culture that encourages you to grow and learn with the agency* Mission-driven core* 401(k) with up to a 5% employer match**Acenda's Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment**Acenda Integrated Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Join Team Acenda and enjoy the remarkable opportunity to make an impact on the lives of those living right here in our community! To learn more about Acenda, please visit our website:Department/ProgramPark Place Residencelocations: US NJ Cape May Court House 1129 South Route 9time type: Variable timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Ago