Howard Center
Acute Residential Counselor Adult - Community Apartments
Howard Center, Union, New Jersey, us, 07083
Acute Residential Counselor Adult - Community Apartments
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Establish and maintain a therapeutic environment for adults with mental health/substance use challenges and a history of homelessness. Implement treatment plans and teach independent living skills.The Community Apartments program offers support for adults living with mental health and substance abuse challenges who have experienced past hospitalizations. We have 24/7 on-site staffing to maintain a therapeutic environment, navigate crisis as needed, and offer ongoing support with independent living skills and community connection.Responsibilities:Provide supportive counseling, medication management, and crisis intervention, as neededHelp residents strengthen coping and symptom management skillsHelp maintain the overall functioning and cleanliness of the houseWork with residents on modeling home life and independent living skillsMaintain the safety of the house by monitoring who is coming and goingUse sound independent judgement when responding to a crisisRequirements:A combination of skills, experience and/or educationValid driver's license and use of a personal vehicleAbility to work in a team environment and maintain respectful relationships is essentialAbility to demonstrate competence with adults experiencing emotional challengesStructure:Full-timeUnionNon-exemptStarting at $21.66 an hourWe offer a competitive salary commensurate to experienceAccrue 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or moreBenefits:Comprehensive BCBS Medical with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.Two Dental options through Delta DentalVision InsuranceEmployer 401(k) contributionsEmployer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability insuranceMedical & Childcare Flexible Spending AccountEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee referral program with financial paymentDiscounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truEDAward-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and educationVoluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!Employee referral and sign on bonus is subject to Howard Center policy, for both internal and external applicants.Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence.Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.
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Click the link below to learn how Howard Center helps change lives:Acute Residential Counselor Adult - Community Apartments:
Establish and maintain a therapeutic environment for adults with mental health/substance use challenges and a history of homelessness. Implement treatment plans and teach independent living skills.The Community Apartments program offers support for adults living with mental health and substance abuse challenges who have experienced past hospitalizations. We have 24/7 on-site staffing to maintain a therapeutic environment, navigate crisis as needed, and offer ongoing support with independent living skills and community connection.Responsibilities:Provide supportive counseling, medication management, and crisis intervention, as neededHelp residents strengthen coping and symptom management skillsHelp maintain the overall functioning and cleanliness of the houseWork with residents on modeling home life and independent living skillsMaintain the safety of the house by monitoring who is coming and goingUse sound independent judgement when responding to a crisisRequirements:A combination of skills, experience and/or educationValid driver's license and use of a personal vehicleAbility to work in a team environment and maintain respectful relationships is essentialAbility to demonstrate competence with adults experiencing emotional challengesStructure:Full-timeUnionNon-exemptStarting at $21.66 an hourWe offer a competitive salary commensurate to experienceAccrue 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or moreBenefits:Comprehensive BCBS Medical with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.Two Dental options through Delta DentalVision InsuranceEmployer 401(k) contributionsEmployer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability insuranceMedical & Childcare Flexible Spending AccountEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee referral program with financial paymentDiscounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truEDAward-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and educationVoluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!Employee referral and sign on bonus is subject to Howard Center policy, for both internal and external applicants.Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence.Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.
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