JOB DEFINITION:

• Provides supportive counseling, ADL training, crisis intervention and restorative services (when applicable) to people with psychiatric disabilities in residential programs in compliance with relevant regulations

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide counseling, behavioral interventions, restorative services, assistance in negotiating community activities and crisis management services.
• Monitor, train and assist residents in all programs in household maintenance activities to ensure a clean, safe and homelike environment. Directly participate in household maintenance activities when required.
• Provide coverage at all residential sites as needed.
• Provide training, supervision and assistance to residents in daily activities including food purchases, recreational activities, and meal planning and personal care activities.
• Assist residents in developing meaningful service plan goals and provide supports to assist residents in achieving their goals
• Conduct fire safety training activities and ensures fire drills are conducted in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
• Participate in all Medicaid billable activities under leadership of the Supervisor, and/or ensure that all documentation required for the particular program is current and in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Document interactions with residents in accordance with agency policies and standards.
• Meet weekly, or as scheduled, with assigned primary residents for counseling and to establish and review service plan goals.
• Maintain collateral contacts with outside service providers and participate in case conferences as scheduled.
• Assist residents in procuring and maintaining financial entitlements.
• Monitor medications as required.
• Make visits to residents in apartments as scheduled and/or provide 24-hour supervision to residents in congregate facilities.
• Provide transportation as needed using personal vehicle when agency vehicle is not available.
• Promptly report all emergencies, incidents, and maintenance and safety issues to senior Counselor or Supervisor.
• Participate in team meetings as scheduled.
• Facilitate sharing of data with the individuals to whom it applies to facilitate partnered decision-making and to keep clients informed of progress
• Complete QI Training during onboarding and participate in QI refresher training as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma
• At least 5 years experience in a mental health related field preferred.

BENEFITS

We offer an attractive and competitive benefits package. (Eligible only for Full-time employees)

**FULL-TIME COUNSELOR WILL RECEIVE A $750 BONUS AFTER 60 DAYS AND AN ADDITIONAL $1,000 BONUS AFTER 8 MONTHS.

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If interested please apply via this ad or fax your resume to HR DIRECTOR, CAROL OTERO at 516-396-0553.

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• Central Nassau Guidance & Counseling Services, inspires and catalyzes recovery for people living with mental health and substance use conditions through innovative and person-centered integrated clinical treatment, counseling, housing, and support services.
• Every job and every team at our agency plays a role in helping other Long Islanders live healthy and fulfilling lives.
• Engage your passion and CHOOSE a career & employer where you can use your vital energy to make a difference.

It is the policy of Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Mental Health and Substance use disorder work: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: In person

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