Senior Counselor - MH Supportive Housing

Unity House of Cayuga County•Auburn, NY

16h•Onsite

About The Position

A career with a cause At Unity House, we're dedicated to supporting people with disabilities. That's why we're dedicated to our employees. At Unity House, you'll empower people to learn, grow and thrive. In turn, Unity House will empower you with: Great pay! Full-time benefits - health insurance and more for working 30+ hours per week Flexible hours - a work schedule that fits your life Time Off - paid holidays, vacation days, sick days, personal days and more Peace of mind - 401k contributions matched up to 3.5% Wellness - free comprehensive wellness and employee assistance programs Pay options - early payday and direct deposit available Room to grow - tuition reimbursement, free training and promotion opportunities So much more - more details on benefits here Our mission To empower and enrich the lives of people in recovery, coping with a mental illness, and/or diagnosed with a developmental disability. This is accomplished by offering services and supports in an inclusive, people-centered environment. Our vision All individuals are respected and lead lives of personal fulfillment and acceptance within our community Our values Honesty, Integrity and Respect

Requirements

High School diploma/GED with 2 year's relevant human services experience required.
Computer skills and keyboarding familiarity required.
Must be able to be reached by phone and have a vehicle to transport and complete organization business.
Valid NYS Driver's License required according with regulations and organization policies/procedures.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, etc. OR an Associate's Degree in a human service related field plus three years of experience in human services OR a High School Diploma/GED plus five years' experience in human services preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals experiencing serious mental illness using trauma-informed, recovery-oriented approaches.
Ability to be flexible and work in a team environment.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills a must.