Residential Counselor - Second Shift

NFI Vermont, Inc.; Newport (NH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement match

4-day work week

Job summary

NFI North, Inc. seeks a Direct Care Counselor for the second shift, Wednesday–Saturday and Sunday–Wednesday at Arbor View in Newport, NH.

The residential program supports adults with mental illness, offering clinical, vocational services, case management, and life skills to foster independent living. Responsibilities include supervising daily activities, guiding personal and social skills, medication monitoring, and promoting a culture of belonging.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree; Bachelor’s degree preferred, and two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience with the client population.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily activities of participants, providing ongoing support, guidance, and role modeling.
• Facilitate participant improvement in personal responsibility, social skills, medication monitoring and administration, community living skills, and behavior.
• Help staff create a culture of belonging and empower participants.

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Overview

At NFI North, we strive to create a world where mental and behavioral health services are readily accessible for everyone, creating a Place to Belong. NFI North provides mental health and behavioral support services to people facing life challenges. We design diverse and innovative programs that provide a high level of structure within communities of care when a person or family is in need. Our goal is for people to grow, have hope, thrive in their community and feel like they belong.

Position

Direct Care Counselor for Second Shift Wednesday – Saturday and Sunday – Wednesday at our 16-bed adult program relocated to Arbor View in Newport, NH. This program is a residential treatment and day program with a progressive reputation of providing comprehensive clinical, vocational services, case management, and life skills for adults living with mental illness who are seeking independent living.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily activities of participants, providing ongoing support, guidance, and role modeling.
• Facilitate participant improvement in personal responsibility, social skills, medication monitoring and administration, community living skills, and behavior.
• Help staff create a culture of belonging and empower participants.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree; Bachelor’s degree preferred, and two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience with the client population.

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive salaries and welcoming environments that allow for creativity, empowerment, and opportunities for advancement.
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance.
• Generous time off: 3 weeks paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, and additional sick time within the first year.
• Tuition reimbursement, retirement match, 4-day work weeks, paid training, and a supportive management team.

Legal and Compliance

• Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action
• E-Verify Employer
• Client transport to travel locally; occasional training opportunities

Additional Information

• Education: Associates or better in Human Services; preferred: Bachelors or better in Human Services or related field.

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