Residential Counselor

GLOM GLOBAL INC•Merced, CA

38d•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Counselor works as part of a multi-disciplinary team in providing supervision to adult residents. GLOM's residential program includes both crisis stabilization and transitional housing services. The Residential Counselor provides services including but not limited to client supervision, transporting residents on outings, cleaning, cooking, crisis intervention, and medication management. The Residential Counselor also supports and assists individuals in developing independent living skills and in meeting rehabilitation goals. Residential Counselor must demonstrate an acceptable level of maturity, good judgment, and emotional stability. Candidates must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including some weekend and overnight shifts.

Requirements

At least 1 year of mental health experience.
At least 1 year of experience with working with incarcerated individuals.
High School Diploma or GED
PPD test for tuberculosis and satisfactory results
Free from state sanctions
Valid driver license
DMV printout
CPR/First Aid/BLS certification
Able to read and write clearly and accurately
Act as a team member providing input and reporting observations and concerns in regard to client symptoms and symptom management
Demonstrate the ability to act a part of a team and in an appropriate manner in a crisis situation
Ability to direct and manage subordinate staff and lead by example

Nice To Haves

College degree is preferred, but not required.
Previous experience with population to be served and/or work in a similar program setting preferred
One (1) year of experience preferred. Understanding of psychiatric illness and its treatment, and knowledge of psychotropic medication

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with clients being served
Assist/Perform all areas of bed side care and first aid as needed
Maintain a clean and debris free workspace
Maintain a professional working relationship with contract agency staff, doctors, clinicians and caseworkers
Follow and uphold all GLOM and facility policies and procedures
Provide incoming shift staff with a detailed pass down relating to all issues/clients.
Actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning meetings as related to clients
Attend scheduled contract agency meetings as a GLOM representative
Demonstrates knowledge of crisis management and intervention
Any and all other duties as assigned by your supervisor. Essential job functions may be added to, deleted and/or changed at the discretion of management