Residential Support Specialist — Mental Health & Case Mgmt

Volunteers of America-Greater New York; Perth Amboy (NJ); In loco; USD 42.000 - 52.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision coverage

Prescription coverage

Life Insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Descrizione del lavoro

Volunteers of America–Greater New York seeks a Residential Counselor in Perth Amboy, NJ to assist in case management and implement treatment plans, providing direct care services including transportation, support, teaching, crisis intervention, and coordination with the treatment team.

The successful candidate will have relevant education or licensure and a valid driver’s license. The role involves supervising residents, documenting progress, and collaborating with state and VOA staff.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in mental health or related discipline; RN license; or combination of college plus related experience totaling four years.
• At least one year of related work or life experience if the four-year degree does not meet requirements.
• LPN license plus two years of related experience or a high school diploma plus four years of related experience.

Mansioni

• On-site supervision and support, including teaching, behavioral modeling, ADL assistance, and other tasks.
• Communicating observations to program manager, RN, DDD case manager and treatment team members.
• Supervising and organizing recreational and social activities for residents.
• Provide transportation when needed.
• Assist residents in self-administration of medication.
• Residential counseling and crisis intervention services as applicable.
• Participate in developing the individual habilitation plan and other assessments.
• Engage in individual service coordination activities.
• Document observations and services in progress notes.
• Cooperate with VOA and State staff during inspections or investigations.

Conoscenze

Crisis intervention

Case management

Transportation

Communication

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in mental health/related field

RN license

Descrizione del lavoro

Volunteers of America–Greater New York seeks a Residential Counselor in Perth Amboy, NJ to assist in case management and implement treatment plans, providing direct care services including transportation, support, teaching, crisis intervention, and coordination with the treatment team.

The successful candidate will have relevant education or licensure and a valid driver’s license. The role involves supervising residents, documenting progress, and collaborating with state and VOA staff.