DIRECT CARE COUNSELOR - Day Program Staff

NFI North • Concord, NH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At NFI North, we strive to create a world where mental and behavioral health services are readily accessible for everyone creating A Place to Belong. NFI North provides mental health and behavioral support services to people facing life challenges. We design diverse and innovative programs that provide a high level of structure within communities of care when a person or family is in need. Our goal is for people to grow, have hope, thrive in their community and feel like they belong.

NFI North is seeking a full-time Direct Care Counselor for our Transitional Housing Service program located in Concord. This 16-bed adult program is located at the Philbrook Adult Transitional Housing (known as PATH) site. This program is a residential treatment and day program with a progressive reputation of providing comprehensive clinical, vocational services and life skills for adults living with mental illness that are seeking independent living. Many of our participants get apartments, go to college or find educational opportunities with the support of our amazing staff team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and/or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience with participant population.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily activities of participants, providing ongoing support, guidance and role modeling.
• Facilitate participant improvement in the areas of personal responsibility, social skills, medication monitoring and administration, community living skills and behavior.
• Assist in facilitating groups and providing transportation to medical appointments.

Benefits

• comprehensive health and dental insurance
• generous time off plan including three weeks paid vacation and additional sick and holiday time
• tuition reimbursement
• retirement match
• excellent training
• supportive work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level