Current jobs related to Senior Residential Counselor - Westbury - Mercy Haven


  • Westbury, New York, United States Mercy Haven Full time

    Job Title: Senior Residential CounselorWe are seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Residential Counselor to join our team at Mercy Haven. As a key member of our Westbury Community Residence Program, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with severe mental illness in developing independent living skills and increasing their...


  • Westbury, New York, United States Mental Health Assn. of Nassau County Full time

    Job OpportunityMental Health Association of Nassau County (MHANC) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving mental health in our community through advocacy, education, and direct services. We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Residential Counselor.**Job Summary**The Residential Counselor will provide support and...


  • Westbury, United States Mental Health Assn. of Nassau County Full time

    Job Type Full-timeDescriptionMental Health Association of Nassau County (MHANC) is a not-for-profit membership organization dedicated to improving mental health in our community through advocacy, education, program development, and the delivery of direct services. Our organization is looking for a motivated individual with a calling to help adults with...


  • Westbury, New York, United States Mental Health Assn. of Nassau County Full time

    Job OverviewMental Health Association of Nassau County (MHANC) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving mental health in our community. We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Residential Counselor.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide assistance and support to individuals diagnosed with mental illness residing in homes operated by...


  • Westbury, New York, United States Mercy Haven Full time

    Job SummaryMercy Haven is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Counselor to join our team in the Westbury Community Residence Program. As a key member of our staff, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with severe mental illness in developing independent living skills and achieving their goals.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...


  • Westbury, New York, United States Mental Health Assn. of Nassau County Full time

    Job SummaryMental Health Association of Nassau County is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Counselor to join our team. As a key member of our community residence program, you will provide essential support and assistance to individuals diagnosed with mental illness, promoting their independence and well-being.The ideal candidate will possess...


  • Westbury, New York, United States Mercy Haven Full time

    Position OverviewBe a Part of a Transformative Mission with Mercy HavenAt Mercy Haven, we are committed to making a significant impact in the lives of individuals facing various challenges. Our organization focuses on providing essential housing and support services to a wide range of vulnerable populations, including those experiencing mental health issues,...

  • Licensed Clinician

    2 weeks ago


    Westbury, United States Senior Care Therapy Full time

    Licensed Mental Health Counselor LMHC, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist LMFT What We Offer: No Admin Tasks! No cancellations! No no-shows! Flexible Daytime Hours We offer our clinicians with the support and resources they need to succeed! 401(k) Plan for FT or PT employees Full Time offers Excellent Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance...

  • Licensed Clinician

    3 weeks ago


    Westbury, NY, United States Senior Care Therapy Full time

    Licensed Mental Health Counselor LMHC, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist LMFT Flexible Daytime Hours 401(k) Plan for FT or PT employees Full Time offers Excellent Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance Benefits Full Time offers Vacation/PTO/Holiday Time Now Offering a Sign-On Bonus of $2,500 for Full Time employees after the first 90...

  • Licensed Clinician

    4 weeks ago


    Westbury, United States Senior Care Therapy Full time

    Licensed Mental Health Counselor LMHC, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist LMFT   What We Offer:    No Admin Tasks! No cancellations! No no-shows!   Flexible Daytime Hours  We offer our clinicians with the support and resources they need to succeed!   401(k) Plan for FT or PT employees   Full Time offers Excellent Health, Vision, and Dental...

  • Nursing Supervisor

    5 days ago


    Westbury, New York, United States Community Mainstreaming Associates Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Nursing Supervisor to oversee nursing services and long-term care planning for individuals in our residential program. As a key member of our team, you will supervise, mentor, and support a team of nurses, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.Key Responsibilities:Oversee nursing services and long-term...


  • Westbury, United States Sunbelt Staffing Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMinimum 1+ years nursing experience required.Sunbelt Staffing, a nationwide healthcare staffing agency, is seeking a compassionate and experiencedHome Health Registered Nurse (RN)for a 13-week contract position in Hicksville, NY.The successful candidate will join our client, a leading nationwide home health agency, and provide...

Senior Residential Counselor

2 months ago


Westbury, United States Mercy Haven Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Join a Meaningful Profession with Mercy Haven

Discover the difference between a job and a fulfilling career by becoming a vital part of Mercy Haven's mission. We are dedicated to providing homes and services to diverse populations in crisis, including those living with mental illness, homeless families, veterans, domestic violence victims and the elderly. Recognized as a Newsday Top Workplace on Long Island for three years, we invest in our employees' success and offer an excellent benefits package.

We are currently seeking a passionate individual for the position of a Full Time Senior Residential Counselor in our Westbury Community Residence Program. In this crucial role, assist individuals in developing independent living skills to increase their self-sufficiency, self-esteem, and self-worth. You provide hands-on training and assist with the activities of daily living as well as provide counseling, behavioral intervention, and crisis management for adults living with severe mental illness.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise household management activities to ensure conformance with program standards, regulations, and budgetary guidelines
  • Scheduling of monthly fire drills
  • Responsible for coordinating shopping, cooking, laundry, maintenance, recreation, meal planning and household functions, etc., of the household
  • Coordinate staff contacts with local service providers as needed to assist residents in accessing services and to jointly plan for discharge
  • Schedule staff coverage of residence along with administrator
  • Convene staff for appropriate staff meetings when needed
  • Maintenance and submission of payroll and petty cash requests
  • Conduct scheduled house meetings with residents
  • Ensure that residents are fully apprised of requirements of the program and ensure compliance
  • Train and assist residents in activities of daily living skills and assist residents in financial management when necessary
  • Provide counseling, behavioral intervention, and crisis management service
  • Responsible for on-call duties and proper notification of Administrator or Program Director of all medical/psychiatric emergencies; on-call duties of 3 residences on a rotating basis
  • Attend inter- and intra-agency meetings as requested by administration
  • Write progress notes on a daily basis of resident's activities
  • Responsible for medication procedures of residence
  • Responsible for maintenance and cleanliness of staff office
  • Responsible for the overall supervision of service planning, case conferences, discharge planning as well as Medicaid billing and rehabilitative services
  • Assist and or model the various techniques required to maintain a clean and healthy living environment
  • Responsible for other related activities.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma with related experience required
  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Services preferred
  • Related experience working with people living with mental illness or other disabilities that require assistance in day to day living highly preferred
  • Physical Requirements: Sits, stands, stoops, squats, walks, and moves intermittently during work hours, may push or pull 10-15 pounds daily, may push or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.
  • A valid NYS Driver's License in good standing

Note: Related experience refers to working with people living with mental illness or other disabilities that require assistance in day-to-day living.

* Eligible for Retention Bonus within first year of employment*

Schedule: Sunday 7am-3pm, Monday 7am-3pm, Tuesday 7am-3pm, Wednesday 12pm-8pm, Thursday 11am-7pm

Location: Westbury Community Residence

  • Full Benefits Package including Medical, Company-Paid Dental and Vision Single Coverage. Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for medical plan.
  • Generous Paid Time Off policies, including vacation and sick time.
  • Agency paid Basic Life Insurance. Supplemental Employee, Spouse and Child Life Insurance policies, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), 403(b) Retirement Savings
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Learn more at mercyhaven.org

MERCY HAVEN IS COMMITTED TO A POLICY OF EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND WILL NOT DISCRIMINATE AGAINST AN APPLICANT OR EMPLOYEE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, GENETIC PREDISPOSITION, CREED, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AGE, MARITAL STATUS, VETERAN STATUS, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIM STATUS, DISABILITY OR ANY OTHER PROTECTED CATEGORY UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.



Job Posted by ApplicantPro