Weekend Residential Counselor, Part-Time
Options for Community Living, Inc. · East Islip, NY · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$20/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Participate in the development of individual service plans and monitor plan objectives.
- Aid residents in engaging in the community, including arranging and preparing for transportation, grooming and hygiene, and providing one-on-one direction with laundry.
- Document services provided with appropriate notes.
- Maintain a neat, clean, and organized household.
- Provide information about community resources and orient residents to the local area.
- Intervene in situations requiring immediate attention to ensure the safety of the residents.
- Conduct regular group meetings covering life skills.
- Train and assist residents with laundry and household cleaning skills.
- Train and assist residents with personal hygiene and site maintenance objectives.
- Identify and address health and safety issues at residential sites.
- Assist residents with budgetary and money management skills.
- Provide counseling, behavioral intervention, and crisis management services while following emergency procedures.
- Notify the Program Supervisor/Program Manager of any medical or psychiatric emergencies.
- Complete and maintain all training requirements in a timely manner.
Qualifications
- Passion for assisting those diagnosed with mental illness.
- Self-starter and well-organized.
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license, safe driving record, valid auto insurance, and access to a vehicle.
Benefits
- Generous PTO: Wellness, Vacation, Sick Time
- 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Assistance
- Wellness Initiatives
- Paid Training & On-the-Job Training
- Promotional Opportunities
- Mileage reimbursement
Pay
- Salary Range: $20.00/hr. - $24.00/hr.
- Weekend Differential Pay may be applicable.
Schedule
Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (14 hours/week)
Location
In person; East Islip, NY