Residential Counselor

MultiCare Health System • Puyallup, WA

1d • $19 - $27

About The Position

Residential Counselors assist adults in BHN residential programs to develop their skills for recovery and wellness. Focuses on helping residents attain or resume their capacity for independent living, providing hope and motivation, as residents heal and develop resiliency.

Requirements

• AA degree in social services or related field preferred
• One (1) year of experience working with mentally ill consumers in a residential setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• BLS - Basic Life Support (includes RQI), Food Handler’s, & First Aid cards will be required within 14-days of hire
• Washington State Counselor Agency Affiliated Registered or within 30 days and obtain within 90 days of hire
• Drivers License/Abstract

Responsibilities

• Provides counseling to help residents re-establish self-identity, sense of purpose and meaning in their lives, which may include developing plans for work, school, and/or volunteering, and making community connections.
• Helps residents develop life skills, such as cooking, cleaning, money management, social skills and knowledge of symptoms and medications.
• Creates treatment plans and discharge planning documents and delivers/reviews with residents
• Conducts individual and group counseling sessions

Benefits

• Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future
• Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree