Full-time Residential Counselor (Mental Health Group Home) Franklin Park, NJ - Paid Training & Career Growth!
About The Position
Full-time Residential Counselor (Mental Health Group Home) Franklin Park, NJ - Paid Training & Career Growth! Location: Franklin Park, NJ (Somerset County) Schedule: Full-time: Sunday-Thursday (3:00-11:00pm) Why Join Easterseals NJ? Here’s why our team members choose us over others: Professional Growth: From onboarding to ongoing training, we invest in your development with clear pathways for advancement. Work-Life Balance: We offer a variety of shift options and locations, ensuring we can always meet your needs. Stability & Legacy: As part of a national network, we offer stability of a trusted nonprofit with the heart of a local organization. About Us and Our Program: Since 1948, Easterseals New Jersey has worked to meet the continuously growing needs of people with disabilities and their families. Its services for individuals with mental health conditions provide daily living support and community-based programs that teach valuable life skills through instruction and real-world experiences. What You’ll Do: The Residential Counselor supports the group home residents with daily living activities and delivers high quality services that will help consumers achieve measurable outcomes in accordance with Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRP).
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in mental health, psychology, sociology, or social work, human services or a related field from an accredited college or university OR A combination of one (1) or more years’ of college, plus related life or work experience equal to four (4) years OR High school diploma or GED plus four (4) years of related work or life experience required.
- Possess a valid driver’s license & acceptable driving record.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Responsibilities
- Support consumers in achieving personal care goals and addressing ongoing challenges.
- Educate consumers on medications, track logs, and conduct monthly audits.
- Coordinate services based on individual needs.
- Transports consumers using the company van as needed.
- Deliver high-quality care in line with Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRP).
- Accurately document services within required timeframes using electronic health records.
Benefits
- Use of Company Van as needed to transport consumers.
- Competitive Pay & Benefits – Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employer-Paid Coverage – Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Retirement Savings – 403(b) Plan with Employer Match
- Generous Time Off – Paid Time Off, Holidays, Medical Leave, and PTO Buy-Back Options
- Convenience & Support – Direct Deposit, Payroll Card and Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness & Recognition – Wellness Program and Referral Bonus Program
- Training & Development – Paid Orientation and Ongoing Training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
