Per Diem Residential Counselor

Options for Community Living, Inc.•Port Jefferson Station, NY

7d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Options for Community Living, Inc. is seeking Per Diem Residential Counselors to provide support to residents with mental health diagnoses in community residences. The role helps residents live, learn, and develop their potential in an environment that respects personal choice. Counselors provide support with activities of daily living, service plans, medication, case management, counseling, crisis response, transportation, and household operations. They may manage a residence in the absence of a full-time Residential Counselor and must follow established emergency procedures and documentation requirements. This is an in-person, per diem role with shifts available Monday through Friday between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM as needed. Overnight and weekend differential pay may apply. Locations include Port Jefferson Station, Medford, Oakdale, East Islip, Huntington Station, and Ronkonkoma, subject to available openings. Candidates must provide at least one shift of coverage per month, respond to coverage requests within 48 hours, and report for shifts once they commit. The posted salary range is $20.00–$24.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Passion for assisting people diagnosed with mental illness.
Self-starter who is well organized.
Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, valid auto insurance, and access to a vehicle.
Must provide at least one shift of coverage per month and respond to coverage requests within 48 hours.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a residential program is preferred.

Responsibilities

Participate in planning and evaluating individual service plans and monitor plan objectives.
Train and assist residents with activities of daily living.
Document services provided with appropriate notes.
Manage medication and document accordingly.
Provide case management and follow-up services.
Provide counseling, behavioral intervention, and crisis management services while following emergency procedures.
Assist with day-to-day management and household maintenance of the community residence in a professional manner.
Provide transportation to residents as needed.
Manage the residence in the absence of a full-time Residential Counselor.
Notify the Program Supervisor or Program Manager of medical or psychiatric emergencies.
Complete overnight checklists and after-hours logs during overnight shifts.
Read and enter notes in the Foothold Communication Log every shift.
Complete and maintain all training requirements in a timely manner.
Provide coverage when offered within identified availability, respond to staff coverage requests within 48 hours, and report to committed shifts.
Provide coverage for at least one shift per month.
Perform other relevant responsibilities as assigned by management.