Residential Counselor Full Time
4 weeks ago
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 Residential Counselor in our 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**
- Participate in the planning/evaluation of individual service plans and monitor plan objectives
- Hands-on training and assisting residents in the activities for daily living and documenting interaction
- Responsible for accompanying residents on recreational outings and travel training exercises
- Provide counseling, behavioral intervention, and crisis management
- Assist in the day-to-day management of the community residence
- Responsible for administration of residence in the absence of the Assistant Administrator
- Notify the Assistant Administrator/Residential Administrator of any medical/psychiatric emergency
- Provide transportation as needed for shopping, medical appointments, etc.
- Write progress notes on residents' activities on a daily basis
- Monitors management of medication
- Involved with the cleanliness of the residence
- Responsible for maintenance and cleanliness of staff office
- Advocate for residents' benefits
- Teach residents the skills needed to gain independence
- Coordinate staff contacts with local service providers as needed to assist residents in accessing services and to plan for discharge jointly
- Work with support services on behalf of the residents' best interest
- 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
**Shift 1: Sunday (12pm-10pm), Monday (12pm-10pm), Tuesday (12pm-10pm), Wednesday (8am-6pm)**
**Eligible for Retention Bonus within first year of employment**
**Location: West Babylon 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.
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