Residential Counselor
About The Position
RiseWell Community Services is seeking a compassionate & dedicated Residential Counselor to join our team in Massapequa, NY. In this role, the Residential Counselor will provide supportive counseling, restorative services, and crisis intervention training in a licensed intensive community residence program providing short-term crisis and stabilization housing to people with psychiatric diagnoses. RiseWell’s Residential Services provide those in recovery from serious mental illness a safe, reliable home with on-site support. Our Residential team assists participants with an array of services aimed at supporting their recovery and improving their quality of life. Services include medication monitoring, skill-building development, symptom management, socialization, transportation training, connections to psychiatric and medical services, and more.
Requirements
- High School Diploma and 1 year of experience working in a mental health setting OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services.
- Clean valid NY State Driver’s License.
- Fingerprinting, criminal record check, approval from NYS Office of Mental Health.
Responsibilities
- supportive counseling
- restorative services
- crisis intervention training
- medication monitoring
- skill-building development
- symptom management
- socialization
- transportation training
- connections to psychiatric and medical services
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
- Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match
- Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- 13 paid Holidays for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- Long and Short Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- CALM App Subscription
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
- Comprehensive Paid Training
- Supplemental Accident, Illness and Hospitalization Insurance
- Supplemental Pet Insurance
- Encouragement for Educational Professional Advancement
- Employee Perks & Discounts on Broadway shows, theme parks, and other attractions
- Eligibility for Federal/Public Loan Forgiveness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
