MH Group Homes - Residential Counselor

About the role

Easterseals NJ offers a range of services for individuals with disabilities and their families since 1948. The Residential Counselor position supports group home residents with daily living activities and ensures they achieve measurable outcomes as outlined in their Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRPs).

Responsibilities

• Support consumers in achieving personal care goals and addressing ongoing challenges.
• Educate consumers on medications, track logs, and conduct monthly audits.
• Cook counselors coordinate services based on individual needs.
• Deliver high-quality care in line with Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRP).
• Accurately document services within required timeframes using electronic health records.

Requirements

• Education & Experience: 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 required.
• Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word. 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.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.

Benefits

Easterseals NJ offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts, employer-paid coverage for life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance, retirement savings with employer match, generous time off, direct deposit, payroll card, employee assistance program, wellness and recognition programs, and referral bonus options.

Pay & Schedule

• Pay Type: Hourly
• Hiring Min Rate: 18 USD
• Hiring Max Rate: 18.75 USD