Residential Counselor: Wellness & Recovery Support

Volunteers of America-Greater New York; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Volunteers of America–Greater New York (VOA–Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. The Residential Counselor role delivers wellness and recovery-oriented case management and direct resident support at Maud Residence in Plainfield, NJ.

Responsibilities include skill development, supportive counseling, transportation, crisis intervention, medication assistance, and collaboration with a treatment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health, health or related human services field or equivalent.
• License as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Practical Nurse (LPN) with related experience may satisfy requirements.
• Combination of college and work experience totaling four years is acceptable.
• If the four-year degree does not meet requirements, at least one year related experience is needed.
• A valid state driver’s license with a safe driving record is required.

Responsibilities

• On-site supervision and support including teaching, modeling, and aiding with ADLs.
• Communicate observations to program manager and treatment team.
• Supervise and support recreational and social activities for residents.
• Provide transportation for residents.
• Assist residents in self-administration of medications.
• Engage in residential counseling and crisis intervention as appropriate.
• Participate in development of individualized habilitation plans and assessments.
• Document observations and services in progress notes.
• Cooperate with state staff during inspections or investigations.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Transportation support

Residential counseling

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mental health/health or related human services

Registered Nurse license

Four years combined college/work experience

One year related experience if degree not met

Licensed Practical Nurse + two years related experience

High school diploma + four years related experience

Valid state driver’s license with safe driving record

Job description

Volunteers of America–Greater New York (VOA–Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. The Residential Counselor role delivers wellness and recovery-oriented case management and direct resident support at Maud Residence in Plainfield, NJ.

Responsibilities include skill development, supportive counseling, transportation, crisis intervention, medication assistance, and collaboration with a treatment