MH Group Homes - Residential Counselor

Mental Health Residential Counselor

SOMERSET COUNTY

Schedule/Shift: Monday - Friday 3 pm - 11 pm Are you looking to join a dynamic team of passionate professionals dedicated to enriching the lives of people living with mental illness? Your interest in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health illness is valuable to us! What You’ll Do The Residential Counselor supports group home residents with daily living activities, delivering high-quality services that help consumers achieve measurable outcomes for new and ongoing consumer care challenges in accordance with Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRP). The role requires maintaining compliance with all licensing, regulatory, and ENJ policies and procedures, and upholding ENJ’s Core Values of Warmth, Respect, and Expertise. This role requires driving as an essential function. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be subject to post‑offer verification of driving eligibility consistent with company insurance requirements. Essential Functions Communicates clearly, professionally, and concisely via verbal and written communication channels. Regularly bends, kneels, crouches, reaches, ascends, and descends stairs, pulls or pushes heavy objects, including wheelchairs, providing physical assistance and crisis interventions. May operate and transport consumers in Busettes and 12‑passenger buses (ambulatory and non‑ambulatory). Regularly operates office equipment and uses technology daily. Works varying shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and/or holidays to accommodate service activity. Transports service recipients to and from home and assigned community activities. Education & Experience Bachelor’s Degree in mental health, psychology, sociology, social work, human services, or a related field from an accredited college or university, OR A combination of one (1) or more years of college plus related life or work experience equal to four (4) years, OR High school diploma or GED plus four (4) years of related work or life experience. Skills Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word. What We Offer Use of Company Van during scheduled shift for transporting consumers. Competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts. Employer‑paid coverage: life, AD&D, and long‑term disability insurance. Retirement savings: 403(b) plan with employer match. Generous time off: paid time off, holidays, medical leave, and PTO buy‑back options. Convenience and support: direct deposit, payroll debit card option, and employee assistance program. Wellness and recognition: wellness program and referral incentive program. Training and development: paid orientation and ongoing training. Easterseals NJ provides a comprehensive benefits package. For full details, visit Easterseals is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees without regard to age, gender, religion, race, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected categories in accordance with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Easterseals New Jersey