Location: Monroe,NY, USA
Residential Counselor Peer
Location: Monroe, NY, United StatesDate Posted: Mar 25, 2024
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Location: Monroe, NY
Rate: $15.50
Per Diem As needed, flex eves and weekends
In this role you will have the opportunity to:
Engage individuals with behavioral health needs in services that support their recovery and growth towards living in their community setting of choice.
Support understanding and adherence to house rules, policies and practices for all residents and their visitors.
To be an informal and be able to use sound judgment regarding the day to day operation of the residence
To learn and develop skills t help individuals to create their own recovery-based service plans
To help people learn how to budget funds and manage a budget that leads to a greater level of independence
To educate and orient incoming individuals to the house environment
To educate and supervise individuals in taking and packing of medications until the achieve self-medication status
To assist individuals to schedule medical appointments and related documents
To assist individuals in learning how to use transportation resources available in the community. On occasion to use agency vehicles in transport people to community events or appointments.
To facilitate community meetings designed to plan meals, outings, assign chores, and listen to feedback from the community.
To assist people in meal planning, preparation, and cleanup as part of their skill development
To assist people in learning skills associated with home management such as cleaning and laundry.
Coordinate services with other providers and families
Qualifications:
Candidate must have:
Minimum 2 year experience with related population and demonstrated skills or
AA with minimum 1 year experience with related population and demonstrated skills or
Bachelors in the field (Human Services, Psychological education, Social Work) with some experience with related population and demonstrated skills
The ideal candidate should:
+ Be motivated to engage with and support the recovery of those we serve.
Be able to respond to routine and/or emergency medical needs when they arise
Be proactive to identify, resolve and report safety concerns at residence
Be able to communicate effectively both in verbal and written forms
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ALL POSITIONS ARE SUBJECT TO A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND, FINGERPRINTING AND MOTOR VEHICLE REPORT CHECK.
EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability
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