Residential Counselor 1/2 (Lyell)

DePaul

Rochester, NYFull-time$22–23.6/hrPosted 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$22–23.6/hr

Location

Rochester, NY

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Job overview

DePaul’s Lyell Road OMH Licensed Congregate Treatment Site is hiring a full‑time overnight Residential Counselor. Reporting to the Residence Manager, the counselor provides care, rehabilitative training, support, and supervision to help residents develop community‑living skills while ensuring safety and compliance with agency standards.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

TeachingMonitoringRecovery Oriented SupportAssertiveness TrainingSelf Advocacy TrainingCommunity IntegrationResource DevelopmentDaily Living SkillsHealth ServicesMedication Management TrainingParenting TrainingRehabilitative CounselingSkill DevelopmentSocializationSubstance Abuse ServicesSymptom ManagementMeal PreparationRecreational Activity PlanningSafe TransportHousehold ChoresMedication Supervision

Qualifications

High School DiplomaBachelor's in Human ServicesAssociate's in Human Services3 Years FT Related Paid Experience5 Years Related Paid ExperienceClean Driving RecordMust Be at Least 18+QMHS StandardHuman Services Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Match

Full job description

Overview

The DePaul Lyell Road OMH Licensed Congregate Treatment Site is now hiring a full time Residential Counselor for the overnight shift! Under the direction of the Residence Manager, the Residential Counselor provides care, rehabilitative training, support, and supervision for the development and/or enhancement of community living skills to residents.

Why work for DePaul?

Make a positive difference in someone's life
Supportive work environment
We value diversity
Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
Excellent benefits (see below for details)
The pay range for this position is based on education & experience. :
Residential Counselor 1 $22-22.30/hour
Residential Counselor 2: $23-23.60/hour

Responsibilities

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.
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.
Observe, monitor, document, and report resident behaviors as well as their progress in accordance with agency standards.
Assist Residents in the preparation of nutritious meals, including food preparation when needed.
Assist in planning, implementation, and support of recreational activities.
Provide safe transporting of resident when needed.
Complete household chores assigned by supervisor to maintain cleanliness and safety standards.
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 required. Human services experience preferred. Clean 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. Clean driving record that meets Agency's Clean Driving Record Policy. Must be at least Eighteen (18) years of age.

Work Environment

The schedule for this position is: Sunday-Thursday, 11pm-7am.

Benefits

This position is eligible 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-Rochester

Posted Date (9/15/2026 4:28 PM)

Category Residential Care Mental Health

Type Regular Full-Time

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Shift Overnights

Department Residential

Corporation Name DePaul Community Services (DCS)