Residential Counselor, Full-time $20.00 – $26.00 / Hour Options Options For Community Living

Northamityville; Ronkonkoma (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Options for Community Living, Inc. is seeking dedicated Residential Counselors to join their team in supporting individuals diagnosed with mental illness. Responsibilities include providing supportive care, training residents in daily living skills, and overseeing medication maintenance. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Generous PTO

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Assistance

Paid Training

Promotional Opportunities

Mileage reimbursement

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Qualifications

• Must be a self-starter and well organized.
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support services to residents with mental health diagnoses.
• Participate in planning and evaluation of individual service plans.
• Train and assist residents in daily living activities.

Skills

Compassion

Organization

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Location25 Howard Place, Ronkonkoma, NY, 11779, United States
• Base Pay$20.00 – $26.00 / Hour
• Other CompensationOvernight & Weekend Differential Pay
• Job CategoryMental Health, Social Work, Direct Care
• IndustryHuman Services, Mental Health, Non-Profit
• Employee TypeRegular Full Time
• Required DegreeHigh school
• Manage OthersNo

Contact information

• NameMichelle Smalley
• Phone[phone] x1147
• [e-mail]

Description

*$500 Sign-on Bonus!*

Options for Community Living, Inc. is looking for Residential Counselors to join our team! An ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:

• Have a passion for assisting those diagnosed with mental illness. Must be a self-starter and well organized.
• Must be a high school graduate or the equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, valid auto insurance and access to a vehicle is required.

Our Company Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous PTO: 5 Wellness Days, 10-22 Vacation Days, 8 Sick Days, 11 Paid Holidays – yearly
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Initiatives
• Paid Training & On-the-Job Training
• Promotional Opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account

Salary Range:

$20.00/hr. ($36,400/yr.) – $26.00/hr. ($47,320/yr.)

Salary offers will be commensurate with experience and other qualifications.

Schedules(Subject to available openings):

Monday – Friday: 35 hours/week

Tuesday – Saturday: 35 hours/week

Overnights: 35 hours/week

Locations – In person (Subject to available openings):

• Port Jefferson
• Medford
• Oakdale
• East Islip
• Huntington
• Ronkonkoma

Pay Type:Non-exempt

Responsibilities:

At Options for Community Living, Inc., individuals living with a mental health diagnosis live, learn, and develop their potential in an environment that respects personal choice. The full-time Residential Counselor provides various support services to the residents and is responsible for training and assisting residents in the activities of daily living.

• Participate in the planning and evaluation of individual service plans and monitor plan objectives on a regular basis.
• Write progress notes on service plan on a weekly basis.
• Train and assist residents in the activities of daily living including household maintenance.
• Oversee medication maintenance and assist residents in the development of self-medication skills as needed.
• Provide case management and follow-up service.
• Provide transportation to residents as needed.
• May occasionally attend team meetings, discharge meetings.
• Provide household maintenance checks and repairs. Conduct fire drills at community residence as needed.
• Notify the Program Supervisor/Program Manager of any medical or psychiatric emergency.

Additional Information

• Drivers LicenseYes