Residential Counselor: Willow House- 7075

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 Full-time, 40 hours/week Schedule Several shifts available; hours flexible Program / Location Willow House, Enfield, CT Program Overview 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 coordinate 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 Education: High diploma or GED required. Experience: Two years’ experience working with a relevant population preferred. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver’s license required with good driving record. Why Join CHR Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years Generous Time Off, including a special day off for your birthday Retirement Savings with contributions to a 403b Comprehensive Insurance with discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance Education & Tuition Support including tuition reimbursement and professional development programs Student loan repayment assistance at select sites Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at local colleges/universities Career Development: robust training curriculum, clinical training series, supervision and mentoring, internal career fairs Wellness Program: annual wellness stipend and Calm app subscription for employees and families Confidential counseling available; employee engagement activities and leadership opportunities Weekly CEO video updates and monthly newsletters Compensation Starting at $19.00/hr (min.), commensurate with experience. Actual rates are determined at offer and may reflect program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. CHR is an equal opportunity employer , and we encourage all to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Community Health Resources