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    residential counselor - Lakewood, United States - PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY

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    Job DescriptionIf you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then Preferred Behavioral Health Group is the place for you By joining our award-winning team, you will be part of the premier behavioral health organization in Monmouth and Ocean counties; a dynamic and innovative non-profit that was proudly named "Outstanding Employer of the Year" by the New Jersey Business and Industry Association (NJBIA). Our mission is to deliver quality and compassionate behavioral health services to individuals and families through a Trauma Informed Care philosophy and approach.

    Our staff is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a diverse team, one where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their contributions. We encourage and embrace staff development and growth. If you are ready for an exciting and rewarding career, please submit your resume

    Job Title:Per Diem Residential Counselor

    Program: Residential

    Location: 725 Airport Road, Lakewood, NJ

    Weekend shift differential

    $3.00 evening shift differential for Monday thought Friday

    $5.00 weekend shift differential for Saturday and Sunday

    Job Description/Summary

    Observe and assist 3-7 consumers in a residential setting, with ongoing counseling for mental health services. All residential group home counselors are viewed as essential personnel in states of emergency and need to comply with work schedules accordingly.

    Essential Job Function

    • On-site services and support;
    • Communicating observations and information about the consumer to the program specialist and team;
    • Counselor will demonstrate proficiency in AMHR, WRAP and IMR;
    • Supervising, organizing and supporting recreational and/or socialization activities;
    • Transportation
    • Resident counseling
    • Crisis intervention services, with ability to call police, outreach and ambulance services
    • Participation in the development of the brief visit process, treatment service plan, discharge plan, or any other behavioral modification plan;
    • Participation in individual service, coordinating activities such as medical, mental, health and community services;
    • Documenting observations, information and services provided to the consumer in daily shift notes, weekly progress notes, or any other emergent documentation needed;

    Required Competencies

    • Proficient written and verbal communication
    • Ability to work effectively within a team environment
    • Must maintain required CPR, Handle With Care and first aid education/certification;
    • Supervise medication self-administration by the consumer, and has a working knowledge of medications and side effects;
    • On-going communication with specialist regarding consumers and exhibited behaviors;

    Category Qualification / Education

    • BA in health-related field or associate's degree and 2 years of related work or life experience or
    • LPN and 2 years of related work of life experience or
    • High School Diploma and 4 years of work or life experience
    • Valid NJ driver's license

    EOE



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