Full Time Residential Counselor - Jersey City, United States - Mount Carmel Guild Behavioral Health

Description

Mount Carmel Guild Behavioral Health System, a CARF accredited division of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark, is a leading provider of mental health and addiction services in Northern New Jersey.

We are currently seeking a
full time Residential Counselor to join our
MCG Adult Residential program located in
Jersey City, NJ.

Our Adult Residential program serves individuals who are referred primarily from the State and County Hospitals and who are ready for discharge into the community.

MCG Adult Residential has had success in moving individuals along the continuum of care available, progressing from A+ group homes to less supervised levels.

The Residential Counselor Duties

• Responsible for the development and implementation of an individualized service plan for program residents, including direct counseling services.
• Supervises, organizes, and supports recreational and/or socialization activities.
• Provides crisis intervention, document observations, information and services provided to the consumer in progress notes.
• Transports residents to medical and service appointments as needed.
• Provides education, modeling, and monitoring to residents regarding medication compliance independent living skills and interpersonal skills.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mental Health or Social Services field

OR
Bachelor's Degree in another field and 1 year related experience

OR
High school diploma plus 4 years related experience

• Valid driver's license required

CURRENT EMPLOYEES:


MISSION:

- _In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture._


BENEFITS:

• CCAN offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package for employees, with an 80/20% cost split between employers (80) and employees (20). CCAN is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status.
• Potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.

Pay:
$17.00 per hour


Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (required)

Work Location:
In person