What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Counselor position at Longhorn Ridge Recovery?
We are seeking to fill a Full-Time Residential Counselor position.
General Summary:
The Residential Counselor fulfills the assigned role as part of the treatment team – to maintain the wellbeing of clients and the integrity of the program. Additionally, the Residential Counselor provides client supervision and staff/unit support as assigned.
Responsibilities:
· Develop and maintain appropriate professional relationships with clients and staff
· Supervise U/A testing, reporting and documentation
· Supports clients emotionally and environmentally for comfort and safety
· Facilitate outings, and educational sessions
· Transport clients to meetings and appointments
· Conduct contraband searches and random room searches
· Listens, documents, and reports client behavior
· Maintains confidentiality of clients at all time
· Provides encouragement, guidance and support to clients and family members
· Completes required intake paperwork
· Provides crisis intervention and encourages a healthy residential and working environment
· Communicates and collaborates with co-workers, clinical staff, and administration in order to deliver the best quality care possible.
· Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
· CPR & First Aid certification
· Current RADT registration or equivalent
· Valid California Driver's License
· Must be able to pass Background Check
· Negative TB Test
· Must understand therapeutic process, confidentiality laws, professional ethics, fundamentals of addiction, and mental health disabilities and treatment
· Must be willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays if needed
Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $25