Residential Counselor: Willow House

Residential Counselor: Willow House - 6950 Job Category: Direct Care Requisition Number: RESID006950 Posted: April 22, 2026 Full-Time On-site Locations Showing 1 location Enfield, CT 06082, USA Description A career can mean different things at different workplaces. Apply now to see what it means to us and what it’s like to work somewhere your voice is heard, your wellness is a priority, and your success matters. JOB TITLE: Residential Counselor EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, 40 hours/week SCHEDULED HOURS: Tuesday-Saturday 3PM-11PM PROGRAM/LOCATION: Willow House, Enfield, CT PC#: 3104 ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Willow House Willow House is a 5-bed, co-ed 24 hour staffed intensive mental health program for young adults, ages 18-25, located in Enfield. This is a group home setting. Staff work with clients individually and in groups to teach independent living skills, such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting, hygiene, and how to access resources in their community. Staff also support educational and/or vocational goals and teach interventions to manage their mental health needs. The goal of Willow House is to provide support and skills necessary for our young adults to be able to live independently in the community. Duties & Responsibilities Maintains physical environment and program standards to CHR, DMHAS, JCAHO and any other licensing standard Monitors medications of all residents in accordance with the Adult residential medication policy and procedure Effectively utilizes appropriate communication methods/tools to transfer information to other staff regarding the day’s events Teaches and assists all residents in areas of rehab including nutrition and healthy living, meal preparation, hygiene, laundry, banking and budgeting, and basic home care skills Assists/Manages administrative functions and tasks at the direction of the supervisor Prepares and facilitates educational and skill building groups and one-to-one interventions as directed by the treatment plan Collaborates and coordinates care with providers and families as needed Assists residents in addressing medical and psychiatric needs Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned Additional duties as required QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Two years’ experience working with a relevant population preferred Licensure: Valid driver’s license required with good driving record Why Join CHR? Award-Winning Workplace: Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday Retirement Savings: Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance Education & Tuition Support: Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites) Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide Wellness Program: Annual wellness stipend FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events, and more Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling Employee Involvement: Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees Stay Informed: Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop And So Much More: Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities! COMPENSATION*: Starting at $19.00/hr min., and up commensurate upon experience *Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based off of relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked) CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply. Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today! Qualifications Education Preferred Bachelors or better. Licenses & Certifications Required Driver License Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr