SUB - Residential Counselor Adult - Mental Health

Howard Center • Burlington, VT

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About The Position

Provide support services to adults with intensive needs who live in Howard Center short-term or long-term residences. Ensure a safe, healthy, and functional environment while providing direct services to adult clients. The substitute role may involve training to work in multiple residential or group homes, each with a unique population, structure, and shifts. Substitute Residential Counselors cover shifts due to vacancies and planned or unplanned time off and have the full responsibilities of a Residential Counselor.

Requirements

• A combination of experience, skills, and/or education in working with adults experiencing mental health challenges, substance use disorders, intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, or another human services field.
• Valid driver's license and transportation.

Responsibilities

• Develop healthy therapeutic relationships with adult residents.
• Manage, assess, and adjust social and physical environments to ensure appropriate supervision and crisis management.
• Support residents in creating and following safety plans and crisis plans.
• Assist residents with de-escalation and conflict mediation.
• Assist with program operations, staff training, and residents’ daily living functions, such as meal and menu preparation, household maintenance and organization, and personal care.
• Conduct overall health monitoring and medication administration and/or oversight.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee referral program with financial payment.
• Discounted online undergraduate and graduate courses through Champlain College truED.
• Retirement through 401(k).
• Award-winning workplace wellness program, including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education.
• Voluntary benefits from local and international businesses, including discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, and auto/home insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed