Senior Counselor

CN Guidance and Counseling Services is seeking a skilled Senior Counselor to join our team. As a Senior Counselor, you will play a vital role in managing the daily operations of our residential program, providing housing and supports to individuals with psychiatric disabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Program Supervisor in managing the daily operations of the residential program.
• Provide direct care services and assist in establishing staffing patterns and securing site coverage as needed.
• Provide counseling, behavioral interventions, restorative services, and assistance in negotiating community activities and crisis management services.
• Monitor, train, and assist residents in household maintenance activities to ensure a clean, safe, and homelike environment.
• Provide training, supervision, and assistance to residents in daily activities, including food purchases, recreational activities, and meal planning and personal care activities.
• Assist residents in developing meaningful service plan goals and provide supports to assist residents in achieving their goals.
• Provide residents in licensed housing programs with restorative services appropriate to their needs, treating residents with dignity and respect.
• Document interactions with residents and resident progress in accordance with agency policies and standards.
• Assist the Program Supervisor in the oversight of the sites to ensure a clean, safe, and homelike environment.
• Supervise the day-to-day management of the residence in cooperation with the Program Supervisor, including food purchases, recreational activities, meal planning, and personal care activities of residents.
• Assist in the oversight of program and resident finances.
• Oversee fire safety training activities and ensure fire drills are conducted in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
• Oversee and participate in all Medicaid billable activities under the leadership of the Program Supervisor, and/or ensure that all documentation is current and in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Participate in weekly Senior Counselor Quality Assurance meetings.
• Oversee the management of medications in compliance with agency policies.
• Maintain collateral contacts with outside service providers and participate in case conferences as scheduled.
• Assist the Program Supervisor in the oversight of records and ensure appropriate documentation of client activities as well as the maintenance of client records in accordance with agency standards.
• Provide transportation as needed using a personal vehicle when the agency vehicle is not available.
• Promptly report all emergencies, incidents, maintenance, and safety issues to the Program Supervisor.
• Co-lead team meetings as scheduled.
• Facilitate sharing of data with the individuals to whom it applies to facilitate partnered decision-making and to keep clients informed of progress.
• Identify and implement quality improvement trainings and activities as part of professional development goals.
• Complete Quality Improvement Training during onboarding and participate in Quality Improvement refresher training as needed.
• Ability to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences.
• Adherence to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Health and Safety Awareness: Include any relevant knowledge or experience regarding health and safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• $0 Deductible Platinum Plus Medical Insurance Plan - 90% Employer Provided Benefit
• Flexible Spending Account
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Long Term and Short Term Disability
• Legal Plan
• Dependent Care Expense Account
• Life Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• HRA
• Training programs including a Mentorship program
• Employees may be eligible for Federal/Public Student Loan Forgiveness
• Career growth and Promotional opportunities
• Employee Perks and Discounts to Broadway shows and more

5 Personal Days, 10-20 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, 12 Company Paid Holidays-yearly and so much more.