Counselor, Treatment Apartment Program
About The Position
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!
Requirements
- HS diploma; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with adults who have been diagnosed with a mental illness.
- Ability to independently provide services.
- Experience working with diverse populations.
- Must have a valid Driver’s License and a driving record that is satisfactory to our insurance carrier.
- Must maintain current New York State Defensive Driving certification.
- Due to the nature of the program, must have the ability to be flexible with working hours.
- Must have access to a vehicle and willingness to use it for agency business.
- Must maintain pre-employment clearances by applicable regulatory clearances as required.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Recovery-Oriented Practice—Strong understanding of mental health recovery principles and a strength-based approach to support.
- Independence Coaching--Ability to coach clients on independent living skills while balancing safety and autonomy.
- Community Integration--Knowledge of local resources and supports to help clients build connections and self-sufficiency.
- Crisis Management--Skilled in de-escalation techniques and intervening in behavioral or psychiatric crises appropriately.
- Cultural Humility--Respects and integrates the cultural perspectives of clients into their care plans.
- Documentation & Compliance--Maintains accurate, timely, and clinically relevant records of client interactions.
- Collaboration & Communication--Works effectively with interdisciplinary teams and communicates client needs and updates clearly.
Responsibilities
- Provide support, restorative services, and skills training to culturally diverse adults recovering from mental illness in community-based scattered site treatment apartments.
- Develop service plans
- Counsel residents in the development of the necessary skills required for decision-making
- Symptom management
- Complete all required documentation in a timely manner.
- Assist residents in community integration and recovery, support residents in recovery processes.
- Provide transportation for residents with agency vehicle when necessary
- Additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 403(b)-with employer contribution after 1 year of service
- Flexible Work Arrangements: subject to business needs, including hybrid options.
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off-15 days per year
- Paid sick time-12 days per year
- Employer paid Holidays-11 days per year
- Professional Development: Opportunities for advancement, training programs, and support for certifications and continuing education.
- Additional Perks: Free EAP services and employee discounts (travel, hotels, movie tickets, theme parks, services, electronics, auto, shopping, and more)!
- Gym reimbursement through employer's medical insurance carrier.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): qualifying employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
