Residential Counselor III
Description
Location: Monroe, NY Hours: Monday to Friday 10am to 6pm or a flex each week Sunday to Thursday. 10am to 6pm
Rate of Pay: $16.50
Job Description:
In this role you will:
· Oversee day-to-day routines of residents: wakeup, grooming/dressing, preparing for work, programs or appointments, shared mealtimes, household tasks social/recreational activities and pm curfews. · Provide direct, on-site supervision for up to 12 residents · Support adherence to house rules, policies and practices for all residents and visitors · Must be able to be a leader in the absence of a Site Supervisor and Senior Counselor · Must possess ability to write res-hab plans and IPOPS · Will assist in the handling of residents money and assets · Orient and train incoming residents to the house practices · Administer medication and supervise residents packing of medications · Maintain annual certification to administer medications · Maintain schedule of medical appointments for residents. Prepare and provide consult forms for medical appointments · Provide transportation, or assist residents in arranging transportation, to medical appointments. Ability to drive a large van is required · Hold/facilitate resident meetings to plan meals or outings, assign chores, and listen to feedback · Should be able to cook (menu prep and ensure dietary needs of residents are being met) · Cleaning and laundry responsibilities · Ideal candidate must possess patience, self-motivation, display good judgment and pay close attention to detail · Respond to routine and/or emergency medical needs as required · Repair, resolve and report safety concerns at residence · Track and attend mandatory trainings · Ability to clearly communicate, through the use of weekly shift notes or logs, any progress or regress made by residents · Assist resident with bathing needs if required · Handle other tasks as directed by supervisor · Coordinate services with other providers and families |
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have:
-BSW or Bachelors in the field (Human Services, Psychological education, Social Work) with some experience with related population and demonstrated skills -BA with minimum 1 year experience with related population and demonstrated skills -AA with minimum 2 years’ experience with related population and demonstrated skills -Minimum 4 years’ experience with related population and demonstrated skills |
Access offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage; an array of voluntary benefits (term life, whole life, identity theft protection and pet insurance); Healthcare and Daycare Flexible Spending Accounts; employer paid Short Term Disability, LTD and AD&D; a matching 403(b) retirement plan, generous paid time off, paid holidays, accelerated holiday pay and tuition assistance.
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