Residential Counselor (Mental Health Services)

Responsibilities

• Provide direct service in a GLE/SIE residential setting.
• Help Persons Served (PS) in residence overcome barriers to, and prepare for, living independently.
• Implement PS Treatment Plan support interventions as assigned by Team LPHA Clinician.
• Administer PS medications following Medication Administration Program (MAP) policies and procedures.
• Provide crisis interventions to PS when needed.
• Provide physical site maintenance.
• Ensure a safe, comfortable and clean environment.
• Help orient PS who are new to the residence.
• Collaborate with Integrated Team members as needed to address needs of PS.
• Perform day-to-day assignments as directed by the Program Director.
• Use recovery-oriented, person-centered, harm-reduction, trauma-informed, culturally competent and strengths-based approaches with PS.
• Adhere to safety, maintenance, Human Rights and other operational policies and procedures.
• Comply with physical site licensing standards and regulations.
• Store, administer, document and dispose of PS medication consistent with Medication Administration Program (MAP) requirements, funding source regulations and company policy, if applicable.
• Ensure program compliance with Vinfen MAP protocols.
• Teach PS medication management.
• Create opportunities for PS to participate in the smooth operation of the residence, including participating in meal preparation, physical site maintenance, etc.
• Encourage social interaction between residents and help create a collaborative environment where PS, family, friends, and others important in the lives of PS are welcome, respected and valued.
• Serve as a resource for neighbors.
• Help PS prepare meals.
• Act as an advocate for PS.
• Participate in trainings; attend supervision and staff meetings as requested.
• Assist with the orientation of new staff.