Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Senior Residence Counselor- ASL
Location : Nanuet, NY
Hours Per Week : 40 hours
Program : Residential Services
Salary Range : $19.70 to $22.85 / hr
Join our Team! Join us at Greater Mental Health of New York where our mission is to promote mental wellness through advocacy, community education, and direct services.
We empower individuals and families on their unique journeys to recovery, honoring their rights to self-determination, choice, and collaboration.
With evidence-based practices and a focus on trauma-responsive care, our dedicated team provides comprehensive services to thousands and fosters independence and resilience within our community.
If you're passionate about making a difference in mental health and creating brighter futures for individuals and families throughout the Lower Hudson Valley region, apply today!
Key Responsibilities :
- Provide supervision and support to adults recovering from mental illness.
- Fill-in for the Program Supervisor in his / her absence
- Assist in the supervision of residence counselors
- Assist with staff meetings and case conferences
- Comply with program practices and procedures
- Attend meetings or events as directed
- Maintain an effective working relationship with other community agencies, organizations, groups and / or individuals
- Order inventory and supplies
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of all documentation
- Completion of Greater Mental Health or state-sponsored In-Service Training Programs.
- Other Duties as assigned
Requirements :
- BA / BS Degree in Human Services or related field with 1 year experience as a Residence Counselor in a comparable program or AA degree in Human Services or related field with 3 years’ experience as above or High School Diploma with 5 years related experience.
- Experience in Deaf Culture required.
- Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL).
- Experience working with diverse populations recovering from mental illness preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Word.
- Valid Driver’s license.
- Must obtain and maintain Defensive Driver Certification within 30 days of hire
- Must maintain pre-employment clearances by applicable regulatory clearances as required.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
Greater Mental Health Benefits!
Salary Range : $19.70-22.80 / hour, based on departmental budget, qualifications, experience, education, and licenses.
This range represents the agency’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
- Flexible Work Arrangements : Subject to business needs, including hybrid options.
- Paid Time Off : 25 days of PTO, 12 sick days, and 11 company-paid holidays per year (prorated for part-time staff).
- Health Benefits : Medical, dental, and vision plans for staff working 30+ hours.
- Retirement : 403B plan with discretionary employer contributions after 1 year.
- Professional Development : Opportunities for advancement, training programs, and support for certifications and continuing education.
- Additional Perks : Free EAP services and employee discounts (hotels, movie tickets, theme parks, electronics, and more!)
Employee Classification : Non-exempt; Full-Time
Greater Mental Health of New York is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
Greater Mental Health of New York is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
To request a reasonable accommodation, contact to the Human Resources Department you may contact us via telephone at 914-345-5900.