Residential Counselor - Mental Health

SERV Behavioral Health System

Jersey City, NJJob$19.09–20.46/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$19.09–20.46/hr
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid And Unrestricted Driver's License

Job overview

SERV Behavioral Health System is hiring a Residential Counselor - Mental Health. The Residential Counselor - Mental Health provides therapeutic residential support to adult clients with mental illness. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, medication management, and crisis intervention within a group home setting. The counselor will also contribute to assessments, treatment planning, and ensure a safe, therapeutic environment.

Key focus areas include Provides support to clients in daily living skills and personal care needs, Provides direct supervision in a group home setting, and Assists with maintenance and upkeep of the group home with the assistance of resident clients.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent With Experience Or Licensed Practical Nurse Or Bachelor’s In Mental Health Or Registered Nurse and Valid Driver's License. Important skills include Daily Living Skills Support, Personal Care Needs Support, Direct Supervision, Group Home Maintenance, Input Into Assessments, and Input Into Conferences.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Daily Living Skills SupportPersonal Care Needs SupportDirect SupervisionGroup Home MaintenanceInput Into AssessmentsInput Into ConferencesInput Into Treatment PlanningRecreational Activities OrganizationSocial Activities OrganizationClient Services AssistanceData CollectionDocumentation CompletionMedication MonitoringCrisis InterventionTransportationSafe Therapeutic EnvironmentSafety Standards AdherenceFederal Regulations AdherenceState Regulations AdherenceCorporate Policies AdherenceInterpersonal SkillsCommunications SkillsRespect for Individuals With Mental Illness

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent With 4 Years Work or Life ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Mental Health, Health or Related Human Services Discipline or RN LicenseValid and Unrestricted Driver's LicenseClean Driving RecordLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) LicenseRegistered Nurse (RN) License

Full job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Residential Counselor - Mental Health, provides therapeutic residential support to adult clients with mental illness. The successful candidate will assist with daily living activities, medication management and crisis intervention in a group home setting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provides support to clients in daily living skills and personal care needs

  • Provides direct supervision in a group home setting

  • Assists with maintenance and upkeep of the group home with the assistance of resident clients

  • Provides input into assessments, conferences and treatment planning

  • Organizes and supervises recreational and social activities

  • Provides support and assistance to clients in obtaining additional needed services

  • Collects and records data, and completes all required documentation

  • Follows policies and procedures for the monitoring of clients’ medications

  • Intervenes appropriately with clients to prevent, avert or manage crisis situations

  • Provides transportation as needed and accompanies clients to and from appointments

  • Responsible for ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment and adhering to all safety standards, Federal and State regulations, and corporate policies

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & ABILITY:

  • High school diploma or equivalent with four (4) years of work or life experience, OR

  • High school diploma or equivalent with two (2) years of work or life experience and a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license, OR

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a mental health, health or other related human services discipline, or license as a Registered Nurse (RN) OR

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a non-mental health/health human services discipline and one or more years of related work or life experience together equaling four (4) years

  • Valid and unrestricted driver's license with a clean driving record

  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills

  • Ability to demonstrate respect for individuals with mental illness and their families

SALARY:

  • $19.09 to $20.46 per hour based on experience and education.

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EEO STATEMENT:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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