RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR AIDE

OneEighty•Wooster, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

At OneEighty, we restore dignity, reimagine potential, and rebuild lives. We believe there are always more reasons to hope than to fear or despair—and you can be part of that change. We’re seeking a Residential Counselor Aide to support clients in establishing recovery by delivering treatment, case management, and supportive services in a residential setting, in alignment with OneEighty's philosophy and best practices.

Requirements

High school diploma, or equivalent required.
CDCA required upon hire; must be licensed or license-eligible in Ohio.
Must be eligible for an NPI number and Ohio Medicaid number for billing purposes.
May not receive clinical services at OneEighty.
If in recovery, must have two years continuous sobriety.
Valid Ohio Driver's License required; must maintain insurable driving record.
CPR/First-Aid certification required or must be obtained.
Must submit to a criminal background check.
Must be trained in administering Narcan.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) and Electronic Health Records.
Strong crisis de-escalation skills.
Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills.
Strong organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to work effectively as a team.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate to diverse populations.
Commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards.
Ability to maintain therapeutic boundaries and accurate records.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Counseling or related field preferred.
One year of experience in substance use disorder and addiction treatment preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide substance use disorder treatment (individual, group, and family) primarily for adults, occasionally for children and adolescents. Co-facilitate groups exceeding 12 clients, including documentation support.
Deliver educational groups and assist clients with recovery-based assignments.
Participate in screening and admissions, including initial treatment planning and coordination of assessments.
Complete all clinical documentation accurately and within agency timeframes. Review client paperwork and sign passes weekly as assigned.
Manage contingency management orders, including preparing and distributing items to the residential facility.
Support client enrollment in specialty groups and aftercare during transition.
Meet individually with clients weekly (or more frequently) to support progress on case management goals.
Assist clients with daily living skills, chore list development, and recreational planning.
Coordinate and/or provide transportation to appointments (medical, legal, housing).
Support clients in accessing health insurance, food benefits, and initial medical appointments.
Link clients with appropriate housing services (e.g. Transitional, Housing, Outpatient, Metropolitan Housing).
Maintain regular communication with Medical Department regarding client care.
Maintain required productivity expectations. Complete all necessary paperwork, including releases and documentation for benefits.
Hold a punctual and predictable work schedule. Attend staff meetings, training, and clinical discussions as required.
Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with professional ethics and applicable laws.
Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with appropriate boundaries.
Practice within areas of professional competency and adhere to legal certification standards.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with community agencies and referral sources.
Provide community education on addiction, domestic violence, and sexual assault as opportunities arise.
Assist clients with navigating municipal, common pleas, and domestic relations courts.