Residential Counselor, PT, Overnight

Options for Community Living, Inc.•Huntington Station, NY

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Options for Community Living, Inc. is committed to helping Long Island’s most vulnerable families and individuals live healthier, more stable, and productive lives. In 1982, Options was established to respond to the need for housing in the community for people with serious mental illness. Today, Options serves over 2,000 adults and children annually and manages more than 160 residential properties across Long Island. Options for Community Living, Inc. is looking for an Overnight Residential Counselor to join our team! The part-time Overnight Residential Counselor provides various support services to the residents and is responsible for training and assisting residents in the activities of daily living as well as ensuring the safety of the community residence during the overnight hours.

Requirements

Have a passion for assisting those diagnosed with mental illness.
Must be a self-starter and well organized.
Must be a high school graduate or the equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, valid auto insurance and access to a vehicle is preferred.

Responsibilities

Participate in the planning and evaluation of individual service plans and monitor plan objectives.
Train and assist residents in the activities of daily living.
Document services provided with appropriate notes.
Manage medication and document accordingly.
Provide case management and follow-up service.
Provide counseling, behavioral intervention and crisis management services while following emergency procedures.
Assist in the day-to-day management and household maintenance of the community residence in a professional manner.
Perform regular site checks throughout the night.
Ensure organization of resident files by filing documentation.
Responsibility for management of residence in the absence of a full-time Residential Counselor.
Complete overnight checklist.
Complete after-hours log from 12:00 AM to 6:00 AM.
Complete and maintain all training requirements in a timely manner.
Notify the Program Supervisor/Program Manager of any medical or psychiatric emergency.
Other relevant responsibilities as assigned by management.