PRN Residential Counselor

AC001 Acenda, Inc.; Westville (NJ); On-site; USD 21,025 - 29,945; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Innovative learning culture

Job summary

AC001 Acenda, Inc. in Westville, Indiana is seeking a PRN Residential Counselor to provide care for adult clients in a supportive residential environment. As part of our team, you will play a crucial role in promoting the well-being of residents dealing with severe mental illness.

The ideal candidate will have experience in mental health and must hold a minimum of a high school diploma. We offer competitive hourly rates starting at $18.50, opportunities for additional pay for bilingual proficiency, and various shifts available for flexibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years related mental health experience.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and security of adult clients.
• Support case review/school needs assessment.
• Counsel individuals and develop therapeutic treatment plans.

Skills

Mental health experience

Communication skills

Counseling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Baccalaureate degree in mental health or related field

Job description

If you want to make a living by making a difference, join Acenda as an Residential Counselor Job Title: PRN Residential Counselor. This position will cover (4) Group Homes.

Acenda Integrated Health provides 100+ behavioral health programs, including mental health services, crisis care, substance use recovery, family therapy, maternal and pediatric support, and residential programs across New Jersey. Our team enjoys competitive benefits, work‑life balance, professional development, and team engaging events. Acenda is recognized as a multi‑year Top Workplace by USA Today and The Inquirer and a Top Workplace Culture award winner for Work‑Life Balance as well as Joint Commission accredited and certified by MHCA and the New Jersey Alliance for Children, Youth, and Families.

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

• Clinical services will include screening, brief interventions, facilitating treatment referrals, school consultation and making necessary referrals to community supports as needed/identified.
• Coordinates and integrates treatment with other therapists, psychiatry, case management, and other services providers, within and between agencies, when appropriate.
• Helps to support the implementation of case review/school needs assessment process and providing direct services to students and parents/caregivers according to Tier eligibility.
• Partners with the Hub Director in the development and implementation of mental health workplans and social/emotional learning assessments.
• Responsible for oversight of the timely and evidence‑based delivery of clinical services for students within the Hub.
• Counsels individuals, families or groups in an outpatient setting, and develops and implements therapeutic treatment plans.
• 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 of 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.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement is a High school diploma or equivalent, plus four 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: 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

• Hourly Rate: $18.50
• Bilingual Rate: An additional $1.50/hourly rate added to the base pay if Spanish proficient.
• Shifts available: Overnight 12am-8am, Day/(Weekend) shift 8am-4pm, OR Night (weekend and/or available weekday) shifts 4pm-12am.

What We Provide

• An Innovative culture that encourages you to grow and learn with the agency.
• Mission‑driven core 401(k) with 100% employer match on the first 5% of comp.

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.

#TeamAcenda’s culture is based on compassion and care for each other, as well as the individuals and communities we care for. We’re a passionate workforce striving to move lives forward and have fun along the way.