Residential Counselor 1/2 LOD

DePaul; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 30,307 - 32,511; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Generous PTO & Paid Holidays

403B with Employer Match

Employee Assistant Program

Staff Recognition Program

Job summary

DePaul in Buffalo is hiring a full-time Residential Counselor to provide care and support for residents under the direction of the Residence Manager. This role involves teaching daily living skills and ensuring community integration.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, and driving compliance. The position offers excellent benefits including medical and dental insurance. Evening and overnight shifts receive a shift differential pay of $1.

Qualifications

• RC I: High school diploma or GED required.
• RC II: QMHS Standard; bachelor's or associate's degree requirement.

Responsibilities

• Provide teaching and monitoring support in accordance with OMH standards.
• Ensure comprehensive planning for resident admission and discharge.
• Document resident behaviors and progress.
• Assist residents in meal preparation and recreational activities.
• Supervise resident medications as per agency policies.

Skills

Human services experience

Ability to teach and monitor

Driving record compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Associate's degree in Human Services with 3 years experience

Job description

Overview

The DePaul Riverside Apartment Treatment Program is now hiring a full-time Residential Counselor! Under the direction of the Residence Manager, this role provides care, rehabilitative training, support and supervision for the development and / or enhancement of community living skills to residents.

Evening and Overnight shifts will receive a $1 shift differential.

Why work for DePaul?

• Make a positive difference in someone's life
• Supportive work environment
• We value diversity
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
• Excellent benefits and competitive wages (see below for details)
• The pay range for this position is based on education & experience. :
  • Residential Counselor 1 $22-22.30/hour
  • Residential Counselor 2: $23-23.60/hour

Responsibilities

• Provide teaching, monitoring and recovery oriented supports in accordance with OMH 593 and 595 including the following rehabilitative services: Assertiveness/Self-Advocacy Training, Community Integration/Resource Development, Daily Living Skills, Health Services, Medication Management Training, Parenting Training, Rehabilitative Counseling, Skill Development, Socialization, Substance Abuse Services, and Symptom Management.
• Ensure that each resident on his or her caseload receives comprehensive planning in a person‑centered approach for admission (including the completion of admission notes), ongoing recovery‑oriented services, and discharge.
• Observe, monitor, document, and report resident behaviors as well as their progress in accordance with agency standards.
• Assist Residents in the preparation of nutritious meals, including food preparation when needed.
• Assist in planning, implementation, and support of recreational activities.
• Provide safe transporting of resident when needed.
• Complete household chores assigned by supervisor to maintain cleanliness and safety standards.
• Supervise and document resident medications in accordance with agency policies. Perform any other duties necessary for the effective and efficient operation of the community residence.

Qualifications

RC I: High school diploma or GED required. Human services experience preferred. Driving record that meets agency’s “clean driving record policy”. Must be at least Eighteen (18) years of age.

RC II: QMHS Standard. Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, or an Associate’s degree in Human Services with 3‑years FT related paid experience, or a high school diploma and 5 years related paid experience. Driving record that meets agency’s “clean driving record policy”. Must be at least Eighteen (18) years of age.

Work Environment

This full‑time position is Tuesday‑Saturday.

Benefits

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B with Employer Match, robust Employee Assistant Program, Staff Recognition Program and Employee Discount Program.

DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and program need.