Residential Counselor

MultiCare Health System•Puyallup, WA

24d•$19 - $27

About The Position

Residential Counselors assist adults in BHN residential programs to develop their skills for recovery and wellness. Focuses on helping residents attain or resume their capacity for independent living, providing hope and motivation, as residents heal and develop resiliency.

Requirements

AA degree in social services or related field preferred
One (1) year of experience working with mentally ill consumers in a residential setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
WA State Agency Affiliated Counselor registration required within 90 days of placement in job
Current BLS Certification
Food handler’s cards will be required within 14-days of placement in job
Proof of a safe driving record obtained by a motor vehicle report from the appropriate state may be required

Responsibilities

Provides counseling to help residents re-establish self-identity, sense of purpose and meaning in their lives, which may include developing plans for work, school, and/or volunteering, and making community connections.
Helps residents develop life skills, such as cooking, cleaning, money management, social skills and knowledge of symptoms and medications.
Creates treatment plans and discharge planning documents and delivers/reviews with residents
Conducts i ndividual and group counseling sessions

Benefits

Competitive salary
medical
dental and retirement benefits
paid time off
Competitive tuition assistance
award-winning residencies
fellowships and career development to invest in your future
Generous PTO
Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life
Employee Resource Groups
inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued