Residential Counselor: Bridge Street- 7404
About The Position
The Residential Counselor works at Bridge Street Apartments, a 24/7 residential program supporting clients who need space from life stressors and are navigating crisis or transition. The role supports clients on their path toward stability and independence through engagement, crisis stabilization, life-skills coaching, case management support, and coordination with CHR programs, primary health providers, pharmacies, and families. The counselor monitors safe medication practices, assesses for risk and crisis situations, and supports clients’ daily living and behavioral health needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
- Self-driven and adaptable.
- Mental health experience.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience working with a relevant population.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the physical environment and program standards in accordance with CHR, DMHAS, JCAHO, and other applicable licensing standards.
- Monitor residents’ medications in accordance with the Adult Residential Medication Policy and Procedure.
- Use appropriate communication methods and tools to share information about the day’s events with other staff.
- Teach and assist residents with rehabilitation skills, including nutrition and healthy living, meal preparation, hygiene, laundry, banking and budgeting, and basic home care.
- Assist with or manage administrative functions and tasks as directed by the supervisor.
- Prepare and facilitate educational and skill-building groups and one-to-one interventions as directed by treatment plans.
- Collaborate and coordinate care with providers and families as needed.
- Assist residents in addressing medical and psychiatric needs.
- Maintain documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
- Participate in staff meetings, supervision, trainings, and other assigned meetings.
- Provide crisis stabilization, crisis intervention, de-escalation, and life-skills coaching to support clients’ transition toward independent living.
- Perform additional duties as required.
Benefits
- Health insurance.
- Paid time off, including a birthday benefit.
- Employer contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan.
- Competitive insurance premiums with discounts on pet, home, and auto insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including tuition discounts at several local colleges and universities.
- Free training curriculum, including a Clinical Training Series.
- Clinical supervision and/or mentoring at several programs.
- Wellness stipend.
- Free premium subscription to the Calm app.
- Six free confidential counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee appreciation events, contests, lunch-and-learns, and employee-led resource groups.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
