Residential Counselor

People Encouraging People•Baltimore, MD

2d•$0 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing daily support and guidance in the development of independent living skills of clients assigned to housing units in PEP’s adolescent residential program. Services and specific assignments will be flexible based on the client’s need.

Requirements

Associates Degree in Human Services or Psychology with at least 1-year experience preferred
At least one month training required
All counselors must have a clean driving record
All counselors must have a criminal background check

Responsibilities

Create a supportive home environment for the young adults enrolled in the PEP housing program
Instruct, supervise and participate in performing household tasks with residents such as cleaning, meal preparation, household budget planning, grocery shopping, etc
Assist residents in the development of daily living skills by identifying and meeting social, environmental and health care needs
Plan, coordinate and participate in residential social activities
Transport residents to and from PEP center, social activities, appointments and community locations as required
Perform crisis intervention; emergency counseling and assistance; notify supervisor or on call person of clinical crisis and other emergencies in accordance with PEP policy
Communicate and document activities and behaviors of residents in reports and records as assigned
Inspect housing units periodically and report repairs and maintenance, as necessary
Monitor and document medication compliance and report changes in symptoms, side effects, or over/under medication to the supervisor
Assist and instruct clients in all areas of personal hygiene
Provide assistance in independent living skills
Monitor and document client medication
Satisfactory completion of all client-related assessments, notes and reports are completed
Client safety