Residential Counselor 1/2 LOD
Buffalo, NYFull-time$22–23.6/hrPosted 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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Job overview
The Residential Counselor provides care, rehabilitative training, support, and supervision to help residents develop or enhance community living skills. Under the Residence Manager, the role delivers recovery-oriented services, supports person-centered admission and discharge planning, monitors resident progress, and assists with daily living, meals, recreation, transportation, and medication supervision. The position is full-time, Tuesday through Saturday, with varied shifts.
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Overview
The DePaul Riverside Apartment Treatment Program is now hiring a full-time Residential Counselor! Under the direction of the Residence Manager, this role provides care, rehabilitative training, support and supervision for the development and / or enhancement of community living skills to residents.
Evening and Overnight shifts will receive a $1 shift differential.
Why work for DePaul?
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Make a positive difference in someone's life
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Supportive work environment
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We value diversity
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Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
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Excellent benefits and competitive wages(see below for details)
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The pay range for this position is based on education & experience. :
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Residential Counselor 1 $22-22.30/hour
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Residential Counselor 2: $23-23.60/hour
Responsibilities
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Provide teaching, monitoring and recovery oriented supports in accordance with OMH 593 and 595 including the following rehabilitative services; Assertiveness/Self-Advocacy Training, Community Integration/Resource Development, Daily Living Skills, Health Services, Medication Management Training, Parenting Training, Rehabilitative Counseling, Skill Development, Socialization, Substance Abuse Services, and Symptom Management.
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Ensure that each resident on his or her caseload receives comprehensive planning in a person centered approach for; admission (including the completion of admission notes), ongoing recovery oriented services, and discharge.
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Observe, monitor, document, and report resident behaviors as well as their progress in accordance with agency standards.
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Assist Residents in the preparation of nutritious meals, including food preparation when needed.
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Assist in planning, implementation, and support of recreational activities.
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Provide safe transporting of resident when needed.
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Complete household chores assigned by supervisor to maintain cleanliness and safety standards.
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Supervise and document resident medications in accordance with agency policies. Perform any other duties necessary for the effective and efficient operation of the community residence.
Qualifications
RC I: High school diploma or GED required. Human services experience preferred. Driving record that meets agency’s “clean driving record policy”. Must be at least Eighteen (18) years of age.
RC II: QMHS Standard. Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, or an Associate’s degree in Human Services with 3-years FT related paid experience, or a High school diploma and 5 years related paid experience. Driving record that meets agency’s Clean Driving Record Policy. Must be at least Eighteen (18) years of age.
Work Environment
This full-time position is Tuesday-Saturday.
Benefits
This position is eligible for the following for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B with Employer Match, robust Employee Assistant Program, Staff Recognition Program and Employee Discount Program.
DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and program need.
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Job LocationsUS-NY-Buffalo
Posted Date (11/6/2026 4:46 PM)
Category Residential Care Mental Health
Type Regular Full-Time
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Shift Varied Shifts
Department Residential
Corporation Name Living Opportunities of DePaul (LOD)
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