Acute Residential Counselor Adult - Next Door

Howard Center•Burlington, VT

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Maintain a therapeutic and stable residential group home for adults with severe mental illness and/or substance use issues. This home is State licensed, (Level IV) Therapeutic Community Residence, with the capacity to serve eight adults, and is always staffed by two Residential Counselors.

Requirements

Two years of experience working with individuals experiencing major mental illness or a combination of experiences, skills and education.
Ability to handle crisis situations, work in a team environment and maintain respectful relationships is essential
Valid driver's license and use of a personal vehicle

Responsibilities

Develop healthy therapeutic relationships with adult residents
Manage, assess and adjust the social and physical environments to ensure appropriate supervision and crisis management
Work with residents in assessment, care coordination and as a positive role model to assist in increasing coping strategies, problem-solving skills, and wellness plans
Support residents in creating and following safety plans and crisis plans
Assist residents with de-escalation and conflict mediation
Assist with program operations, staff training, and resident daily living functions, such as meal/menu preparation, household maintenance/organization and personal care
Provide support needed for safety in the community and/or worksites
Conduct overall health monitoring and medication administration and/or oversight
Complete training and documentation as required by program

Benefits

Accrue 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more
Comprehensive health insurance with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.
Two Dental options
Vision Insurance
Employer 401(k) contributions
Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account
Childcare Stipend
Employee Assistance Program
Employee referral program with financial payment
Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED
Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education
Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!
Employee referral bonus, subject to Howard Center policy