Per Diem Residential Counselor

Responsibilities

• Affirms and supports individuals served.
• Develops, implements, and documents individual treatment support plans.
• Engages in daily tasks with individuals served, including (re)habilitative interventions, behavioral interventions, and monitoring.
• Schedules appointments and monitors progress.
• Provides transportation for individuals served.
• Assesses physical and emotional status and reports changes to supervisor.
• Maintains program site safety and cleanliness.
• Participates in daily living and cleaning tasks, including cooking, meal planning, grocery shopping, and household chores.
• Complies with company policies and procedures, including safe work practices and exposure control.
• Administers and documents medication according to MAP requirements.
• Completes various paperwork and logs.
• Provides crisis intervention as needed.
• Provides current contact information to Relief Pool Coordinator or Human Resources staff.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 direct care shifts per month.
• One to three months experience in a human services setting, or equivalent education.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A valid driver’s license with at least one year of experience.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds using proper techniques.
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways.
• Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living.
• First Aid certification within two weeks of hire.
• CPR certification within two weeks of hire.
• MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM (MAP) certification within 150 days of hire.