Residential Counselor - Youth I/DD

SERV Behavioral Health System • Burlington, NJ

106d • $19 - $20

About The Position

SERV, a well-established leader in behavioral healthcare in New Jersey, supports people with mental illness and/or intellectual/developmental disabilities as they achieve greater independence and life satisfaction through a wide range of services. In a Partial Care setting, provide on-site direct behavioral health care services to clients (Adult, MICA, Geriatric). Direct service expectation is 2-5 groups daily.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in the field of Human Services; or
• Associates Degree and two years of related work or life experience in providing human services; or
• High School diploma and five years related work or life experience in providing human services; or
• Possess a relevant credential, such as Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner, bachelor’s degree in social work, certified rehabilitation counselor, certified alcohol and drug counselor, bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation, or a bachelor of science in nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily structure and outpatient groups including supervision and assistance with daily living skills, anger management, mental health issues, current events, cooking skills, supportive counseling, health and exercise issues, symptom management, medication management, life skills, expressive arts, and relationships.
• Communicate all significant changes in the client’s behavior level and notable incidents to the appropriate team leader.
• Act as liaisons and client advocates for community resources.
• Ensure a safe, therapeutic environment and adhere to all safety standards, Federal and State regulations, and corporate policies.
• Perform other duties occasionally, as deemed appropriate by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees