Residential Counselor - Full Time
Cape May Court House, NJFull-time$18.5/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
Acenda Integrated Health is recruiting a full-time Residential Counselor for its Adult Residential Program in Cape May Court House, New Jersey. The counselor supports adult residents with severe mental illness by promoting a safe, supportive environment and helping implement individualized rehabilitation goals. The role works with residents and a multidisciplinary team in a supervised residential setting.
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Compensation
$18.50 - $18.50 / Hourly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Job Description
If you want to make a living by making a difference, join Acenda as an
Residential Counselor
Acenda Integrated Health is recruiting for a Full-Time Residential Counselor to support the Psychiatric and Residential Services - Residential and Supportive Housing Program in Cape May Court House, New Jersey.
As a non-profit organization, we are solely committed to our mission of moving lives forward. Acenda provides over 100 life-enhancing programs and services to individuals, families, and communities throughout New Jersey. By bringing together our bright teams, innovative services, and understanding, caring hearts, we as an organization are moving upward to move lives forward. We join together to provide a wide range of mental health, crisis services, parenting support, family-focused therapy, and residential programming.
Are you looking to build a career where you'll make a real impact in the lives of others? Your interest in mental health, human services, or related life experience is valuable to us! We welcome you to join our team of caring, passionate and motivated individuals as a Residential Counselor. Acenda's expert team helps each individual, family and community move forward in their journey towards health and happiness.
4 Positions Available!
Sundays 4pm-12am, Monday-Thursday 2pm-10pm
Saturday & Sunday 8am-4pm, Wednesday-Friday 4pm-12am
Thursday-Saturday 4pm-12am, Sunday & Monday 8am-4pm
Thursday & Friday 12am-8am, Saturday-Monday 4pm-12am
Job Overview: Our Residential Service Program offers a continuum of housing for the acutely and chronically mentally ill with supervised residences. Our purpose is to help those suffering from severe mental illness to live in the least restrictive setting that is compatible with their level of functioning. As a Residential Counselor in our Adult Residential Program, you will provide for the safety and security of adult clients within the residential setting by promoting a healthful and supportive environment. You will work closely with the residential nurse, supervisor and director in the implementation of adult individualized rehabilitation treatment goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Establish and maintain positive relationships with residents, fostering a supportive and caring environment.
Provide assistance and guidance to residents in daily living activities, including personal care, meal planning, and household chores.
Implement and monitor individualized treatment plans, ensuring the physical, emotional, and social well-being or residents.
Facilitate group activities and therapeutic programs that promote skill development, socialization, and community integration.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of residents' progress, incidents, and any significant observations.
Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team, including residential supervisor, nurse, director, and medical professionals.
Requirements:
Minimum requirement is a High school diploma or equivalent, plus two years related mental health experience.
Professionalism and a commitment to excellence in care
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Preferred:
Preferred is a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a mental health, health or other appropriate human services related discipline with knowledge of and experience with the chronic mentally ill adult population.
Additional Information:
Base Pay: $18.50
Bilingual Rate: An additional $1.50/hourly rate added to the base pay if Spanish proficient.
We Provide:
An Innovative culture that encourages you to grow and learn with the agency
Mission-driven core
Health, Vision and Dental coverage for you and your family
401(k) with up to a 5% employer match
Generous time-off
Flexible Spending Accounts
Year-end performance bonuses
Acenda's Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment
Acenda Integrated Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Acenda's support of Diversity, Equity, inclusion and Belonging (DEI&B) brings together a diverse workforce to successfully achieve our mission of moving lives forward in the community.
Are you ready to join Team Acenda?
Join Team Acenda and enjoy the remarkable opportunity to make an impact on the lives of those living right here in our community! To learn more about Acenda, please visit our website: https://acendahealth.org/
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Park Place Residence
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Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
JR101034-10051
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