Residential Counselor I/II - Sunday AON 8pm-8am - BHSC
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Solutions Center is a 24/7 crisis facility serving community members who come into contact with first responders. Residential Counselors provide direct support to consumers and help them develop activities of daily living skills that support greater self-sufficiency and recovery. The role includes individual and group therapy, intake and discharge tasks, medication monitoring, maintaining a safe environment, coordinating treatment, and advocating for people with severe and persistent mental illness. Counselors provide direct service as part of a multidisciplinary team. This position is located at 2929 W 10th Ave. The advertised shift is Sunday AON, 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. Shift work and/or weekend work is required. Certain programs may require a Class S driver's license. The position requires compliance with qualifications under Chapter 7 of the Residential Care Facilities - Mentally Ill requirements.
Requirements
- Residential Counselor I: Must be actively enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in social work, psychology, human services, or a related field.
- Residential Counselor II: Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, human services, or a related field.
- QMAP (Qualified Medication Administration Person) certification.
- CPR and First Aid certification.
- Physical examination must be completed prior to hire and maintained during employment.
- Must be at least 20 years old to apply.
- Must meet qualifications under Chapter 7 of the Residential Care Facilities - Mentally Ill requirements.
- Tuberculosis screening and testing must be completed prior to hire and maintained during employment.
- Shift work and/or weekend work is required.
Nice To Haves
- One year of mental health experience or experience in a related field is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual psychotherapy to support consumers and provide insight.
- Facilitate group therapy sessions within the house.
- Coordinate clinical care with case management and other services inside and outside WellPower.
- Assess consumers throughout the workday and provide appropriate interventions.
- Encourage, support, and train consumers in activities of daily living, including hygiene, making appointments, cooking, cleaning, and other household duties.
- Help facilitate treatment and continuity of clinical care as part of a multidisciplinary system.
- Complete intake and discharge tasks for consumers entering or leaving the house.
- Maintain household safety through activities such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry.
- Document significant consumer interactions related to recovery and continuity of care.
- Complete clinical documentation, including daily logs, consumer records, and medication records.
- Respond to consumer and building emergencies and facilitate appropriate interventions; contact residential staff, a supervisor, or other clinicians as needed.
- Advocate for acceptance and integration of individuals with mental illness in their neighborhood and community.
- Attend scheduled team meetings.
- Maintain a trauma-informed environment of wellbeing.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, and retirement matching are available to benefits-eligible employees working at least 30 hours per week.
- Free supervision for LCSWs, LPCs, and LMFTs.
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $4,000 per year for active students.
- Team activities, including bowling, volleyball, and dragon boat racing.
- Qualifying nonprofit employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
