Transitional Counselor
About The Position
At BHcare, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a healthy, safe, and fulfilling life. Every day, our teams provide compassionate care and support to individuals and families across Connecticut through behavioral health, substance use, domestic violence, housing, and community-based services. We are seeking a Transitional Counselor to join our HARP Residential Program. If you are passionate about helping individuals build independence, strengthen recovery skills, and achieve meaningful life goals, we encourage you to apply. The Harbor Apartment and Respite Program (HARP) provides supervised housing services in a cluster apartment model for individuals who benefit from 24-hour staff support while living in their own apartments. The program also offers respite services for individuals experiencing increased symptoms or transitioning from a hospital setting who require additional short-term supervision and support. This is a part-time, 16 hours per week position. Schedule: Saturday and Sunday 8am-4pm. Candidates must reside in Connecticut to be eligible for this position.
Requirements
- Two years of college education or a high school diploma/equivalent with two years of direct care experience.
- Experience supporting individuals with behavioral health, mental health, or substance use challenges.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and the ability to transport clients.
- Ability to obtain and maintain CPR/First and AED certification.
Responsibilities
- Support residents with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, housekeeping, budgeting, and community integration.
- Assist individuals in developing, implementing, and achieving personalized recovery goals and service plans.
- Provide advocacy, emotional support, and recovery-focused counseling services.
- Connect residents with clinical, vocational, educational, and community resources that promote long-term success.
- Facilitate rehabilitation activities and groups designed to build independent living skills and support recovery.
- Utilize Motivational Interviewing and Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment (IDDT) principles when working with individuals experiencing co-occurring disorders.
- Provide transportation and accompany residents to appointments and community activities as appropriate.
- Respond to crises and collaborate with treatment providers, hospitals, and emergency personnel when needed.
- Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, communication logs, and electronic health records.
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- paid time off
- company-observed holidays
- a retirement savings plan
- other fringe benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
