Residence Counselor - Full Time

Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community. We consider it a privilege to make a meaningful difference, and we love what we do.

About the role

As the Residence Counselor, you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through:

• Work within a 24-hour community residence to provide rehabilitative support for individuals with behavioral health issues, focusing on promoting individual recovery processes tailored to residents' needs and desires.
• Develop and implement Individual Action Plans (IAPs) by delivering approved Medicaid billable services and teaching independent living skills such as nutrition, housekeeping, personal hygiene, money management, socialization, and utilizing community resources.
• Document all necessary information accurately and in a timely manner, including assessments, monthly summaries, progress notes, and medication supervision.
• Respond effectively to emergencies, demonstrating appropriate assessment skills and crisis intervention techniques, while also providing supervision to residents during medication administration.
• Assist in training new residence counselor staff, act as a role model for residents, maintain site safety and cleanliness, attend scheduled meetings and trainings, and address any problems or concerns under the supervision of the program.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1-3 years experience with diverse population
• Ability to problem solve

Pay

$18.00 per hour

Schedule

40 hours per week

Benefits

For benefit-eligible positions:

• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Retirement planning options
• Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)
• A diverse and inclusive work environment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)
• Exciting referral bonuses
• Ongoing training and development
• Recognition and Awards
• Career Growth
• A collaborative team culture