MH Group Homes - Residential Counselor
Easterseals New Jersey · Phillipsburg, NJ · 1 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
Location: Phillipsburg, NJ (Warren County)
About the role
The Residential Counselor supports group home residents with daily living activities, delivering high-quality services that help consumers achieve measurable outcomes for new and ongoing consumer care challenges in accordance with Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRP). Maintains compliance with all licensing, regulatory, and ENJ policies and procedures. Maintains ENJ’s Core Values at all times (Warmth, Respectful, Expertise). This role requires driving as an essential function. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be subject to post-offer verification of driving eligibility consistent with company insurance requirements.
Responsibilities
- Communicates clearly, professionally, and concisely via verbal and written communication channels.
- Regularly bends, kneels, crouches, reaches, ascends and descends stairs, pulls, or pushes heavy objects, including but not limited to wheelchairs, as well as physical assistance and crisis interventions.
- May operate and transport consumers in Busettes and 12-passenger buses (ambulatory and non-ambulatory).
- Regularly operates office equipment and uses technology on a daily basis.
- Works varying shifts including evenings, nights, weekends and/or holidays to accommodate and support service activity.
- Transports service recipients to and from home and assigned activities within the community.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in mental health, psychology, sociology, or social work, human services or a related field from an accredited college or university
- OR a combination of one (1) or more years of college, plus related life or work experience equal to four (4) years
- OR High school diploma or GED plus four (4) years of related work or life experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word
- Valid driver's license
Schedule
Full-Time: Saturday - Wednesday, 8 am - 4 pm
Benefits
- Use of Company Van during scheduled shift to transport consumers as needed
- Competitive Pay & Benefits – Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts, based on eligibility requirements
- Employer-Paid Coverage – Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Retirement Savings – 403(b) Plan with Employer Match
- Generous Time Off – Paid Time Off, Holidays, Medical Leave, and PTO Buy-Back Options
- Convenience & Support – Direct Deposit, Payroll Debit Card Option, and Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness & Recognition – Wellness Program and Referral Incentive Program
- Training & Development – Paid Orientation and Ongoing Training