Residential Counselor: Brook House- Per-Diem- 6996

CHR Career•Enfield, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Brook House is a community-based group home that provides 24-hour staffing and a built-in therapeutic component for 5 girls, aged 13-18. These girls have experienced trauma and loss, have serious emotional and behavioral problems, and have lived in more restrictive programs or institutions. Brook House allows the girls to live in a more normal, natural setting within a community, while providing a high level of support and structure. The Residential Counselor position is a great way to get your foot in the mental health field, offering the opportunity to grow your skills, take part in trainings, and grow invaluable relationships with the clients.

Requirements

High diploma or GED required.
Valid driver’s license required with good driving record.

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience working with a relevant population preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains physical environment and program standards to CHR, DMHAS, JCAHO and any other licensing standard.
Monitors medications of all residents in accordance with the Adult residential medication policy and procedure.
Effectively utilizes appropriate communication methods/tools to transfer information to other staff regarding the day’s events.
Teaches and assists all residents in areas of rehab including: nutrition and healthy living, meal preparation, hygiene, laundry, banking and budgeting, and basic home care skills.
Assists/Manages administrative functions and tasks at the direction of the supervisor.
Prepares and facilitates educational and skill building groups and one to one interventions as directed by the treatment plan.
Collaborates and coordinate care with providers and families as needed.
Assists residents in addressing medical and psychiatric needs.
Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned.
Additional duties as required.

Benefits

Ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
Contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!
Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.
Annual wellness stipend.
FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year, for individuals, couples, & families through our EAP program.
Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!
Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.
Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.