Residential Counselor - Mental Health

$19.09 - $20.46 per hour

SERV Behavioral Health System, Inc.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Residential Counselor - Mental Health, provides therapeutic residential support to adult clients with mental illness. The successful candidate will assist with daily living activities, medication management and crisis intervention in a group home setting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides support to clients in daily living skills and personal care needs
Provides direct supervision in a group home setting
Assists with maintenance and upkeep of the group home with the assistance of resident clients
Provides input into assessments, conferences and treatment planning
Organizes and supervises recreational and social activities
Provides support and assistance to clients in obtaining additional needed services
Collects and records data, and completes all required documentation
Follows policies and procedures for the monitoring of clients' medications
Intervenes appropriately with clients to prevent, avert or manage crisis situations
Provides transportation as needed and accompanies clients to and from appointments
Responsible for ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment and adhering to all safety standards, Federal and State regulations, and corporate policies

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & ABILITY:

High school diploma or equivalent with four (4) years of work or life experience, OR
High school diploma or equivalent with two (2) years of work or life experience and a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license, OR
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a mental health, health or other related human services discipline, or license as a Registered Nurse (RN) OR
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a non-mental health/health human services discipline and one or more years of related work or life experience together equaling four (4) years
Valid and unrestricted driver's license with a clean driving record
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
Ability to demonstrate respect for individuals with mental illness and their families

SALARY:

$19.09 to $20.46 per hour based on experience and education.

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EEO STATEMENT:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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