Residential Counselor - PRN

WellSpan Health; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

WellSpan Health in Lancaster, PA is seeking a PRN/LADV support role to provide direct care under established treatment plans and to lead shifts for specific programs in the LADV residence. The position emphasizes documentation, collaboration with staff, safety, and the ability to adapt to a home-like environment while maintaining professional standards.

You will work part-time, day shifts, and participate in activities with residents.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Human Services or Nursing experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• College coursework related to nursing or human services preferred upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care for LADV residents under the guidance of treatment plans.
• Supervises RC staff and assists program leadership with operation of the milieu.
• Oversees staff performance and ensures continuity of care across shifts.
• Implements safety and resident supervision guidelines and crisis interventions.
• Provides medication assistance to residents.
• Plans and runs therapeutic and recreational activities with residents.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Crisis Intervention

Resident care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College coursework related to nursing or human services

Job description

Job Identification 224834

Job Category Clinical Care

Job Schedule Part time

Job Shift Shift1 - Day

Locations 101 Euclid Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17603, US

Assignment Category PRN/Per Diem

FTE 0.001

Job Description

PRN - As needed

General Summary

Provides structure and support for LADV residents within program guidelines. Exercises leadership during shifts for specific LADV programs.

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Provides direct care for LADV residents under the guidance of Treatment Plans that have been developed for all residents including but not limited to: teaching and supervising daily living skills; supervising off-site activities and encouraging resident involvement; intervening to promote milieu safety and security in a manner consistent with ethical and legal guidelines; implementing treatment interventions for specific residents according to individualized needs, strengths, and accompanying service plan guidelines; completing progress (“DAR”) notes, shift summaries and other essential documentation in a legible, timely, descriptive manner.
• Provides guidance to other RC staff and helps program leadership to implement programming including but not limited to: Assisting director/managers/nurse in operation and management of the milieu for a specific LADV program; Orienting new RC staff to LADV; Assisting LADV director/managers in delegating resident assignment, activities, and milieu tasks; insuring all tasks for a given shift are completed and documented (shift assignment sheet); assigning specific RC staff to implement groups and activities; developing and selecting curriculum for therapeutic groups and activities; coordinating primary RC staff assignments for particular residents; using shift summary to insure continuity of approach across shifts and among all team members for LADV
• Oversees functioning of RC staff, including: role model positive staff/resident contacts; monitor behavioral interventions used; reports job performance issues (excellence and problems) to Program Manager or Program Director; serves as resource and role model for medication assistance procedures, as well as various other aspects of the program; modifies daily resident schedule as needed.
• Implements safety and resident supervision guidelines according to established procedures including: Collaborating with on-duty staff to assess, direct response to, and manage resident behavioral crises and implementing interventions recommended by clinical/administrative personnel.
• Provides medication assistance to residents.
• Provide structure and support for individual and group activities within LADV including: meeting regularly for 1:1 goal review with residents; planning and running therapeutic and recreational activities and groups; and organizing and participating in activities with residents.

Common Expectations:

• Works to maintain a positive working relationship with staff and a respectful living relationship with neighbors and the community.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

• Human Services or Nursing experience. Preferred

Driver's License Statement:

Must possess a valid driver's license in the current state of residence. Driving record must meet requirements established by WellSpan Risk Management.

Courses and Training:

• College coursework related to nursing or human services. Upon Hire Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge and experience that include the skills necessary to provide structure, support, and a "home-like" atmosphere.
• Interpersonal skills (including verbal and listening skills) are necessary in order to establish rapport with the residents and maintain open communication with staff.
• Analytical skills necessary to evaluate communication (verbal and nonverbal) in order to determine what is being communicated and give and document clear, objective, and accurate feedback concerning changes in resident behavior to appropriate persons.
• Knowledge and ability in the care and handling of adults is required, including consideration of the special needs and behaviors of this group.
• Ability to learn and implement Therapeutic Crisis Intervention techniques as needed.

WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.