The counselor will maintain program standards, establish rapport using person-centered practices, and teach residents essential rehabilitation skills like nutrition, hygiene, and money management through group and individual interactions. They will also monitor medications, coordinate care with providers, and maintain required documentation.
Requirements summary
A Bachelor's degree is required, with a minimum of one year of relevant experience preferred. Experience working with adults with Serious Mental Illness in a residential setting and providing skills teaching in a group format is preferred, along with a valid driver's license.
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Job title: Residential Rehabilitation Counselor
Employment type: Full-Time, 40 hours/wk
Scheduled hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 12pm-8pm
Program/Location: Northfield, Enfield, CT
PC#: 1403
About the program: Northfield
Northfield is a Medicaid Rehab Option (MRO) residential treatment program for eight adults with serious mental illness which is staffed 24/7 located in Enfield.
All residents are required to have Social Security and Husky C.
Clients are referred by hospitals, the community and other CHR programs.
The program focuses on skill building and teaching healthy habits through group and individual interactions.
Group topics include nutritional counseling, money management, ADLs, interpersonal skills, medication management, coping skills, substance use education and leisure skills.
Residential Rehabilitation Counselors and our therapy cat Lucy, partner with residents in their journey of acceptance of illness and learning the skills necessary to transition back into the community to live healthy independent lives.
Northfield provides Hope to our folks and to their families.
Duties & Responsibilities
Maintains physical environment and program standards to CHR, DMHAS, TJC, and DPH licensing standards.
Establish rapport and working relationship, utilizing person centered practices.
Effectively utilizes appropriate communication methods/tools to transfer information to other staff regarding the daily events.
Teaches and assists all residents in areas of rehabilitation including nutrition and wellness, meal preparation, hygiene, laundry, banking and budgeting, basic home care skills, substance use education and recovery skills.
Assists/Manages administrative functions and tasks at the direction of the supervisor.
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development Programs
Insurance
Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Mentoring
Clinical Supervision
Birthday Off
Tuition Discounts
Wellness Stipend
Employee Appreciation Events
Calm App Subscription
403b Retirement Plan Contributions
Training Curriculum
Internal Career Fairs
Confidential Counseling Sessions
Prepares and facilitates educational and skill building groups and one to one intervention as directed by the treatment plan.
Monitors medications of all residents in accordance with the Adult Residential Medication policy and procedure.
Collaborates and coordinates care with providers and families as needed.
Assists residents in addressing medical and psychiatric needs.
Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
Participates in staff meetings, supervision, training, and other meetings as assigned.
Additional duties as required.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree required; a minimum of 1 year relevant experience preferred.
Experience
Experience working with adults with Serious Mental Illness in a residential or supported living setting preferred; experience providing skills building teaching in group format preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registration
CPR/First-Aid Certification within 6 months of hire or according to program requirements. Valid driver’s license required.
Why Join CHR?
Award-Winning Workplace
• Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years!
Generous Time Off
• Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
Retirement Savings
• Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
Comprehensive Insurance
• Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!
Education & Tuition Support
Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
Career Development
FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.
Wellness Program
Annual wellness stipend.
FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year, for individuals, couples, & families through our EAP program.
Employee Involvement
• Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!
Stay Informed
• Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.
And So Much More
• Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.
Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!
Compensation*
Starting at $19.00/hr min., and up commensurate upon experience.
*Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based off of relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)
CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.
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