Residential Counselor / Direct Support Professional (Part Time)- Westbury

Mercy Haven • Town of North Hempstead, NY

26d • Onsite

About The Position

Mercy Haven is seeking a part-time Residential Counselor for its Westbury Community Residence Program. The role supports adults living with severe mental illness by helping them develop independent living skills and increase their self-sufficiency, self-esteem, and self-worth. The counselor provides hands-on training and assistance with activities of daily living, along with counseling, behavioral intervention, and crisis management. The position also involves supporting the day-to-day operation of the residence, coordinating with residents’ service providers, and advocating for residents’ needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with related experience.
• Valid New York State driver’s license in good standing.
• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, squat, walk, and move intermittently during work hours.
• Ability to push or pull 10–15 pounds daily and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services preferred.
• Related experience working with people living with mental illness or other disabilities who need assistance with daily living is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and evaluating individual service plans and monitor plan objectives.
• Provide hands-on training and assist residents with activities of daily living, documenting interactions.
• Accompany residents on recreational outings and travel-training exercises.
• Provide counseling, behavioral intervention, and crisis management.
• Assist with day-to-day management of the community residence.
• Administer the residence in the absence of the Assistant Administrator.
• Notify the Assistant Administrator or Residential Administrator of medical or psychiatric emergencies.
• Provide transportation for shopping, medical appointments, and other needs.
• Write daily progress notes about residents’ activities.
• Monitor medication management.
• Help maintain the cleanliness of the residence and staff office.
• Advocate for residents’ benefits.
• Teach residents skills needed to gain independence.
• Coordinate staff contacts with local service providers to help residents access services and jointly plan for discharge.
• Work with support services in the residents’ best interests.
• Assist with or model techniques for maintaining a clean and healthy living environment.
• Perform other related activities.

Benefits

• Full benefits package, including medical insurance and company-paid single-coverage dental and vision insurance.
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for the medical plan.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick time.
• Agency-paid basic life insurance.
• Supplemental employee, spouse, and child life insurance policies.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED