Residential Counselor (Sun-Thurs 8:00AM to 4:00PM)

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton; Hammonton (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton, in Hammonton, NJ, is seeking a residential counselor to work under supervision of the House Manager and support residents in daily living skills and program activities. The role involves assisting with weekly schedules, promoting safety, documenting assessments, and contributing to the development and implementation of individual recovery plans.

Applicants will work as part of a treatment team to monitor residents and maintain accurate records in line with

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.
• Maintains accurate/current client documentation according to accrediting standards.

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