Per Diem Residential Counselor (Mental Health Services)

Responsibilities

• Aid in developing, implementing, and documenting individual treatment support plans.
• Carry out a variety of daily tasks with persons served, including (re)habilitative interventions, behavioral interventions, and monitoring.
• Provide role modeling and support to persons served.
• Aid persons served in integrating into their communities.
• Assess persons served's physical and emotional status and report changes to supervisor.
• Maintain program site safety and cleanliness.
• Participate in daily living and cleaning tasks, such as cooking, meal planning, grocery shopping, and maintaining the home environment.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safe work practices, workers’ compensation, universal precautions, and exposure control.
• Administer and document medication according to MAP requirements, funding source regulations, and company policy.
• Complete various paperwork and logs, including communication logs, community membership logs, chore schedules, timesheets, and application forms.
• Perform crisis intervention as needed.
• Provide current contact information to Relief Pool Coordinator or Human Resources staff.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• A 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 and ability to pass a driver’s screening background check.
• The ability to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or a two-person lift.
• 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.
• Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives.
• A certification in First Aid and CPR within two weeks of hire.
• A certification in Medication Administration Program (MAP) within 150 days of hire.

About Vinfen

Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization that provides community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Founded in 1977, Vinfen promotes recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination for the people they serve through a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services.

Vinfen is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. For more information about Vinfen, visit www.vinfen.org/careers.

Pay

The pay range for this position is USD $20.00 - USD $20.00 /Hr.