Residential Counselor 1/2 DCS

DePaul•City of Rochester, NY

6d•$21 - $23

About The Position

The DePaul Ridgeview Commons Apartment Treatment Program is now hiring a full-time Residential Counselor! Under the direction of the Residence Manager, the Residential Counselor provides care, rehabilitative training, support, and supervision for the development and/or enhancement of community living skills to residents. Why work for DePaul? Make a positive difference in someone's life Supportive work environment We value diversity Opportunity for professional development and career advancement Excellent benefits (see below for details) The pay range for this position is based on education & experience. : Residential Counselor 1 $21-21.30/hour Residential Counselor 2: $22-22.60/hour The DePaul Ridgeview Commons Apartment Treatment Program provides consumers with the highest level of independence in a program licensed by the New York State Office of Mental Health. The program is designed to be a preparatory step before the consumer begins to live independently within the community. An emphasis is placed on increasing personal initiative and self-reliance. Staff make routine visits and are available 24-hours a day in case of an emergency. The schedule for this position is: Tuesday 9-5:30p Wednesday 7a-3:30p Thursday 9a-5:30p Friday 2p-10:30p Saturday 10a-6:30p

Requirements

RC I: High School Diploma required.
Human services experience preferred.
Clean driving record that meets Agency's Clean Driving Record Policy.
Must be at least Eighteen (18) years of age.
RC II: QMHS Standard.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, or an Associate’s degree in Human Services with 3-years FT related paid experience, or a High school diploma and 5 years related paid experience.
Clean driving record that meets Agency's Clean Driving Record Policy.
Must be at least Eighteen (18) years of age.

Nice To Haves

Human services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide teaching, monitoring and recovery oriented supports in accordance with OMH 593 and 595 including the following rehabilitative services; Assertiveness/Self-Advocacy Training, Community Integration/Resource Development, Daily Living Skills, Health Services, Medication Management Training, Parenting Training, Rehabilitative Counseling, Skill Development, Socialization, Substance Abuse Services, and Symptom Management.
Ensure that each resident on his or her caseload receives comprehensive planning in a person centered approach for; admission (including the completion of admission notes), ongoing recovery oriented services, and discharge.
Observe, monitor, document, and report resident behaviors as well as their progress in accordance with agency standards.
Assist Residents in the preparation of nutritious meals, including food preparation when needed.
Assist in planning, implementation, and support of recreational activities.
Provide safe transporting of resident when needed.
Complete household chores assigned by supervisor to maintain cleanliness and safety standards.
Supervise and document resident medications in accordance with agency policies.
Perform any other duties necessary for the effective and efficient operation of the community residence.