SERV, a well-established leader in behavioral healthcare in New Jersey, supports people with mental illness and / or intellectual / developmental disabilities as they achieve greater independence and life satisfaction through a wide range of services.
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 records
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
- Ability to demonstrate respect for individuals with mental illness and their families
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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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