Residential Counselor

Easterseals New Jersey; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van for transportation

Medical, dental, vision benefits

403(b) employer match

Job summary

Easterseals New Jersey is seeking a Residential Counselor to support group home residents with daily living activities and deliver high-quality services under Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRP). You will document services in electronic health records and help consumers achieve measurable outcomes.

Responsibilities include educating on medications, coordinating services, and transporting consumers using the company van when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in mental health, psychology, sociology, or social work, or related field.
• Or a combination of college and related life/work experience totaling four years.
• High school diploma or GED plus four years of related work or life experience.

Responsibilities

• Support consumers in achieving personal care goals and address ongoing challenges.
• Educate consumers on medications, track logs, and conduct monthly audits.
• Coordinate services based on individual needs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in mental health, psychology, sociology, social work or related field

Alternative: 4 years combined college + life/work experience

High school diploma or GED + 4 years related experience

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Why Join Easterseals NJ?

Here’s why our team members choose us over others:

• Professional Growth: From onboarding to ongoing training, we invest in your development with clear pathways for advancement.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer a variety of shift options and locations, ensuring we can always meet your needs.
• Stability & Legacy: As part of a national network, we offer stability of a trusted nonprofit with the heart of a local organization.

About Us And Our Program

Since 1948, Easterseals New Jersey has worked to meet the continuously growing needs of people with disabilities and their families. Its services for individuals with mental health conditions provide daily living support and community-based programs that teach valuable life skills through instruction and real-world experiences.

What You’ll Do

The Residential Counselor supports the group home residents with daily living activities and delivers high quality services that will help consumers achieve measurable outcomes in accordance with Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRP).

Key Responsibilities Include

• Support consumers in achieving personal care goals and addressing ongoing challenges.
• Educate consumers on medications, track logs, and conduct monthly audits.
• Coordinate services based on individual needs.
• Transports consumers using the company van as needed.
• Deliver high-quality care in line with Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRP).
• Accurately document services within required timeframes using electronic health records.

Who You Are

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in mental health, psychology, sociology, or social work, human services or a related field from an accredited college or university OR
  • A combination of one (1) or more years’ of college, plus related life or work experience equal to four (4) years OR
  • High school diploma or GED plus four (4) years of related work or life experience required.
• Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• This role requires driving as an essential function. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be subject to post-offer verification of driving eligibility consistent with company insurance requirements.

What We Offer

• Use of Company Van as needed to transport consumers.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-Paid Coverage – Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Savings – 403(b) Plan with Employer Match
• Generous Time Off – Paid Time Off, Holidays, Medical Leave, and PTO Buy-Back Options
• Convenience & Support – Direct Deposit, Payroll Card and Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness & Recognition – Wellness Program and Referral Bonus Program
• Training & Development – Paid Orientation and Ongoing Training

Easterseals NJ provides a comprehensive benefits package. For full details, visit www.enjbenefits.com.

Easterseals Is An Equal Opportunity Employer As one of our core values, we strive to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees without regard to their age, gender, religion, race, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability which is unrelated to the ability to perform essential job functions, unfavorable military discharge (except dishonorable), veteran status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, source of income or other legally protected categories in accordance with applicable law with regard to receipt of services, appointment or election to voluntary office or hiring for, assignment to, or promotion in staff positions.