MENTAL HEALTH RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR

Part-Time

Warren County

Are you looking to join a dynamic team of passionate professionals dedicated to enriching the lives of people living with mental illness?

Your interest in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities & mental health illness is valuable to us!

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive pay!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• No Cost Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• Plentiful Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Plan with Match
• Discount Programs
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Paid Time Off Buy-Back
• Paid Medical Leave Time
• Direct Deposit and Payroll Cards
• Access to Electronic Pay Statements
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Paid Orientation & Training
Recognition Program

What will you do?

Core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supports consumers in achieving measurable outcomes to address new and on-going consumer care
• Adheres to the Adult Mental Health Rehabilitation Services standards (AMHRS).
• Achieves a high level of consumer and customer satisfaction by responding in a timely manner to consumer complaints and grievances.
• Educates and monitors consumer medications, observes medication logs, and complete monthly medication audits.
• Coordinates supportive services based on consumer
• Provides high-quality services in accordance with Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRP).
Accurately documents services in accordance to required timeframes with policy and procedures using the electronic health record

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mental Health, or human services

OR

• A combination of one (1) or more years of college, plus related life or work experience equal to four

(4) years

OR

High School or GED plus four (4) years of related work or life

• Must have an intermediate level of computer experience with the ability to learn new computer
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Must be flexible and compassionate when working with consumers

About Us!

Easterseals is a national 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has helped children and adults with disabilities and special needs live better lives for more than half a century. Annually, over 9,000 individuals with disabilities and specific special needs in New Jersey receive services in our programs. We believe everyone has an inalienable right to realize their potential and live their life as they envision it; everyone is allowed access to opportunities that permit them to do so. Our employees dedicate themselves to making positive differences in people’s lives every day by living our Core Values: RESPECTFULNESS, WARMTH, EXPERTISE

Easterseals Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

As one of our core values, we strive to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees without regard to their age, gender, religion, race, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability which is unrelated to the ability to perform essential job functions, unfavorable military discharge (except dishonorable), veteran status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, source of income or other legally protected categories in accordance with applicable law with regard to receipt of services, appointment or election to voluntary office or hiring for, assignment to, or promotion in staff positions.

Easterseals NJ offers paid training, a generous benefits package including paid time off, 403(b) Retirement Plan, and more! For all details, visit www.enjbenefits.com