Residential Counselor (Sun-Thu 4:00PM to 12:00AM)

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton; Hammonton (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Hammonton, New Jersey, is seeking a Residential Counselor to provide support and instruction to residents. The role includes assisting with daily living skills, ensuring the safety of the residents, and participating in the development of Individual Recovery Plans. The ideal candidate should be able to communicate effectively with treatment team members and maintain accurate documentation. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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. (n/a for TRP, Mercer Residential)
• Maintains accurate/current client documentation according to accrediting standards.

Supervisory Requirements

N/A