Residential Counselor

Merakey • Philadelphia, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking a part-time Residential Counselor to join their team at the Wister House program in Philadelphia. This role involves providing guidance and support to residents in areas such as nutrition, housekeeping, budgeting, hygiene, self-care, home safety, transportation, social interaction, exercise, and vocational skills. The counselor will also transport residents to appointments, implement parts of resident goal plans, and report resident progress to clinicians.

Requirements

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of Adult Behavior Health experience preferred in a group home or residential setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides direction and assistance to consumers residing in CRR programs in areas but not limited to: nutrition, housekeeping, budgeting, hygiene, self-care, home safety, transportation, social interaction, exercise, health management and vocational.
• Transport residents to necessary appointments when appropriate.
• Implement appropriate parts of each resident's goal plan as instructed by the treatment team or supervisor.
• Report the resident's progress or lack of progress to the appropriate clinician.

Benefits

• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. (not a substitute for major medical insurance)
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED