Residential Counselor - Empower Independence & Support

Mercy Haven, Inc.; West Babylon (NY); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision coverage

Paid time off

Life insurance and disability

Tuition reimbursement

Résumé du poste

Mercy Haven, Inc. is seeking a Full Time Residential Counselor at the West Babylon Community Residence to help adults with severe mental illness develop independence through hands-on training in daily living skills, counseling, behavioral intervention, and crisis management.

You will participate in service plan planning, document progress notes, supervise outings, coordinate with local providers, transport residents as needed, and advocate for benefits while supporting a respectful, safe home

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with related experience required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services preferred.
• Related experience working with people living with mental illness or other disabilities that require assistance in day to day living highly preferred.
• Physical Requirements: Sits, stands, stoops, squats, walks, and moves intermittently during work hours, may push or pull 10-15 pounds daily, may push or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• A valid NYS Driver's License in good standing.

Responsabilités

• Participate in planning/evaluation of individual service plans and monitor plan objectives.
• Hands-on training and assisting residents in activities for daily living and documenting interactions.
• Responsible for accompanying residents on recreational outings and travel training exercises.
• Provide counseling, behavioral intervention, and crisis management.
• Assist in the day-to-day management of the community residence.
• Provide transportation as needed for shopping, medical appointments, etc.
• Write progress notes on residents' activities daily.
• Monitor management of medication.
• Advocate for residents' benefits.
• Teach residents the skills needed to gain independence.
• Coordinate staff contacts with local service providers to assist residents and plan for discharge.
• Work with support services on behalf of residents' best interest.

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services

Description du poste

Mercy Haven, Inc. is seeking a Full Time Residential Counselor at the West Babylon Community Residence to help adults with severe mental illness develop independence through hands-on training in daily living skills, counseling, behavioral intervention, and crisis management.

You will participate in service plan planning, document progress notes, supervise outings, coordinate with local providers, transport residents as needed, and advocate for benefits while supporting a respectful, safe home