Transitional Counselor

BHcare Inc.•Shelton, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Support Staff member plays a vital role in supporting individuals with mental health and co-occurring disorders in a supervised residential setting. This position focuses on recovery-oriented, culturally competent, and person-centered services that promote resident well-being, community integration, and independent living skills. Staff provide emotional support, skill-building, rehabilitation services, and ensure the health and safety of all residents while respecting individual dignity and self-esteem.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and acceptable driving record required.
Must meet agency and regulatory background clearance requirements.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred.
Experience working with individuals with mental health diagnoses and/or co-occurring disorders preferred.
Ability to demonstrate empathy, professionalism, and respect for resident dignity.
Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage crisis situations calmly and effectively.

Responsibilities

Assist in the daily operations of the residential program.
Utilize required assessment tools to evaluate residents’ functioning, mental health status, needs, preferences, and service appropriateness.
Assist residents with implementing individualized recovery plans and coordinate planning with treatment teams and natural supports.
Conduct regular reviews of recovery plans and modify goals as needed.
Demonstrate working knowledge and basic competency in serving individuals with co-occurring disorders.
Ensure appropriate referrals and linkages to mental health services, vocational, educational, psychosocial, medical, and community resources; provide advocacy as appropriate.
Support residents in developing independent living skills, including: Personal hygiene, Meal planning and cooking, Housekeeping and cleaning, Money management.
Provide rehabilitation interventions and facilitate rehabilitation groups as outlined in recovery plans.
Supervise and support residents with self-medication protocols, following agency and regulatory standards.
Provide crisis assessment and intervention, utilizing clinical and emergency support as needed.
Communicate effectively with hospitals, emergency rooms, and emergency personnel during crises.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including: Communication logs, Progress and encounter notes, Case records (paper and electronic).
Enter daily service activities into required databases, ensuring data accuracy.
Complete duties in compliance with agency performance standards.
Attend required trainings, workshops, seminars, and professional development activities.
Overnight staff must remain awake and alert at all times; primary responsibility is resident safety and well-being.
Complete assigned cleaning tasks and paperwork during third shift as needed.
Use personal vehicle for company business and client transportation when required.
Perform other duties as assigned.