Residential Counselor Overnight Mental Health at SERV Behavioral Health System

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.SCHEDULE:Wednesday through Saturday 10PM to 8 AMESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Provides support to clients in daily living skills and personal care needsProvides direct supervision in a group home settingAssists with maintenance and upkeep of the group home with the assistance of resident clientsProvides input into assessments conferences and treatment planningOrganizes and supervises recreational and social activitiesProvides support and assistance to clients in obtaining additional needed servicesCollects and records data and completes all required documentationFollows policies and procedures for the monitoring of clients medicationsIntervenes appropriately with clients to prevent avert or manage crisis situations Provides transportation as needed and accompanies clients to and from appointmentsResponsible for ensuring a safe therapeutic environment and adhering to all safety standards Federal and State regulations and corporate policiesEDUCATION KNOWLEDGE SKILL & ABILITY:High school diploma or equivalent with four (4) years of work or life experience ORHigh school diploma or equivalent with two (2) years of work or life experience and a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license ORBachelors 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) ORBachelors 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) yearsValid and unrestricted drivers license with a clean driving record.Excellent interpersonal and communications skillsAbility to demonstrate respect for individuals with mental illness and their families.SALARY:$21.19to $22.51 per hour based on experience and education.#INDPR2 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. Required Experience:Junior IC Key Skills Facilities Management,Copy Editing,Cloud Services,Electronics,Interpretation,Accident Investigation Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 21 - 22