Residential Counselor (Sun-Thu 2:00PM to 10:00PM)

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton; Hammonton (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Hammonton, New Jersey, is seeking a Residential Counselor to provide support and instruction to residents in a residential program. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living skills, maintaining safety, and implementing recovery plans. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with the treatment team and supervise self-medication among residents. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on individuals' lives.

Responsibilities

• Provides support services, including daily living skills and life skill development.
• Assists residents in program schedules and activities.
• Maintains security and safety of residents and facility.
• Participates in developing and implementing Individual Recovery Plans.
• Communicates assessments and observations of residents to treatment team.
• Supervises residents in self-medication.
• Maintains accurate client documentation.

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of a House Manager, Assistant House Manager, Program Supervisor or Program Director, the residential counselor serves as a member of the Residential Program staff providing support and instruction to the residents of the assigned residential site.

Essential Functions

• Provides support services, including but not limited to daily living skills, life skill development, supportive residential counseling, transportation, etc. as needed by each resident.
• Support and assist residents in weekly program schedules and outside activities.
• Maintains the security and safety of the residents and the facility.
• Participates in the development and implementation of the Individual Recovery Plan for each resident.
• Communicate, in written & verbal form, assessments & observations of consumers to other treatment team members.
• Supervise and monitor residents in self-medication.
• Maintains accurate/current client documentation according to accrediting standards.
  
  

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS: N/A