Residential Counselor I / II DCS

Company: DePaul
Location: Rochester
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

US-NY-RochesterCategory Residential Care Mental HealthType Regular Full-TimeFLSA Status Non-ExemptShift Varied ShiftsDepartment ResidentialCorporation Name DePaul Community Services (DCS)Overview

The DePaul Rochester View Apartment Treatment Program is now hiring for a full-time Residential Counselor! Under the direction of the Residence Manager, the Residential Counselors provides care, rehabilitative training, support, and supervision for the development and/or enhancement of community living skills to residents.

Responsibilities

• Provide teaching, monitoring and recovery oriented supports in accordance with OMH 593 and 595 including the following rehabilitative services; Assertiveness/Self-Advocacy Training, Community Integration/Resource Development, Daily Living Skills, Health Services, Medication Management Training, Parenting Training, Rehabilitative Counseling, Skill Development, Socialization, Substance Abuse Services, and Symptom Management.
• Ensure that each resident on his or her caseload receives comprehensive planning in a person centered approach for; admission (including the completion of admission notes), ongoing recovery oriented services, and discharge.
• Observe, monitor, document, and report resident behaviors as well as their progress in accordance with agency standards.
• Assist Residents in the preparation of nutritious meals, including food preparation when needed.
• Assist in planning, implementation, and support of recreational activities.
• Provide safe transporting of resident when needed.
• Complete household chores assigned by supervisor to maintain cleanliness and safety standards.
• Supervise and document resident medications in accordance with agency policies.
  Perform any other duties necessary for the effective and efficient operation of the community residence.
  
  Qualifications
  
  RC I: High School Diploma required. Human services experience preferred. Clean driving record that meets Agency's Clean Driving Record Policy.
  
  RC II: QMHS Standard. Bachelor's degree in Human Services, or an Associate's degree in Human Services with 3-years FT related paid experience, or a High school diploma and 5 years related paid experience. Clean driving record that meets Agency's Clean Driving Record Policy.
  
  PM18 PI130659137

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