Residential Counselor

Volunteers of America-Greater New York; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading non-profit organization as a Residential Counselor in Plainfield, New Jersey. This part-time role involves delivering wellness and recovery-oriented case management to individuals with psychiatric disabilities. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree or experience, and will provide essential support to residents in a compassionate environment. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and paid time off.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage

Prescription Coverage

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mental health or related field required.
• At least one year of related work or life experience.
• Valid state driver’s license with a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site supervision and support to service recipients.
• Document observations and services provided to the service recipient.
• Participate in the development of individual service plans.

Skills

Supportive counseling

Crisis intervention

Skill development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a mental health or related discipline

License as a registered nurse

High school diploma or equivalent with four years of experience

Job description

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Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is an anti-poverty organization working to end homelessness in the New York area by 2050. We operate over 60 programs across New York City, Northern New Jersey and Westchester County including emergency, transitional and permanent housing. Our services extend to families experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans, youth aging out of foster care, adults with behavioral health or substance use needs, and others in need, including a special education preschool program.

We are in search of new talent in the following position…

Position: Residential Counselor (Part Time)

The Residential Counselor is responsible to deliver wellness and recovery-oriented case management and support services to service recipients in accordance with the New Jersey Department of Human Services-Division of Mental Health and Addictions Services regulations. The residential counselor provides support directly to the residents, including but not limited to: skill development, supportive counseling, transportation, crisis intervention, assistance with task completion, vocational and social support.

Maud Residence is a residential health-care facility licensed by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs that serves consumers with psychiatric disabilities and co-occurring medical issues who have been discharged from a State psychiatric hospital. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser https://www.voa-gny.org/new-jersey-behavioral-health

Location: Plainfield, New Jersey 07062 (Union County)

Minimum Qualifications:

The position shall have one of the following:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a mental health, health or other appropriate human services related discipline; a license as a registered nurse; a combination of one or more years of college, plus related work or life experience together equaling four years.
• The individual is required to have at least one year of related work or life experience if the four-year college degree does not meet the requirements above.
• A license as a practical nurse plus two years of related work or life experience or a high school diploma or the equivalent, plus four years of related work or life experience.
• This position shall also have a valid state driver’s license with a safe driving record that meets agency procedures.
  
  

Residential Counselor Principal Responsibilities:

• Provide on-site supervision and support to service recipient.
• Communicate observations and information about the service recipient to the program manager, RN and treatment team.
• Supervise, organize and support recreational and/or socialization activities.
• Transport and/or assist service recipient with accessing transportation to appointments.
• Provide residential counseling and crisis intervention (but not including crisis intervention counseling)
• Participate in the development of the individual service plan.
• Participate in individual service coordination activities, including vocational and educational services.
• Document observations information and services provided to the service recipient in progress notes.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment in the facility, including assisting with meal preparation and activities of daily living as needed by the service recipient.
  
  

We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday
  
  

And much more!

Please note: Benefits for part-time employees may vary.

vary.

To learn more about VOA-Greater New York, copy and paste this link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/about

VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!

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