Residential Counselor

Description

SUMMARY: The Residential Counselor works as part of a multi-disciplinary team in providing supervision to adult residents. GLOM's residential program includes both crisis stabilization and transitional housing services. The Residential Counselor provides services including but not limited to client supervision, transporting residents on outings, cleaning, cooking, crisis intervention, and medication management. The Residential Counselor also supports and assists individuals in developing independent living skills and in meeting rehabilitation goals. Residential Counselor must demonstrate an acceptable level of maturity, good judgment, and emotional stability. Candidates must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including some weekend and overnight shifts.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish and  maintain a therapeutic relationship with clients being served
• Assist/Perform   all areas of bed side care and first aid as needed
• Maintain a  clean and debris free workspace
• Maintain a  professional working relationship with contract agency staff, doctors,  clinicians and caseworkers
• Follow and  uphold all GLOM and facility policies and procedures
• Provide  incoming shift staff with a detailed pass down relating to all  issues/clients. 
• Actively  participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning  meetings as related to clients
• Attend  scheduled contract agency meetings as a GLOM representative
• Demonstrates  knowledge of crisis management and intervention
• Any and all  other duties as assigned by your supervisor.  Essential job functions      may be added to, deleted and/or changed at the discretion of management

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• At least 1 year of mental health experience.
•  At least 1 year of experience with working with incarcerated individuals.
• High School Diploma or GED 
• College degree is preferred, but not      required. 
• PPD test for tuberculosis and satisfactory      results 
• Free from state sanctions  
• Valid driver license 
• DMV printout  
• CPR/First Aid/BLS certification Previous  experience with population to be served and/or work in a similar program   setting preferred  
• One (1) year of experience preferred.  Understanding of psychiatric illness and its treatment, and knowledge of   psychotropic medication 
• Able to read and write clearly and   accurately 
• Act as a team member providing input and  reporting observations and concerns in regard to client symptoms and   symptom management
• Demonstrate the ability to act a part of a team   and in an appropriate manner in a crisis situation
• Ability to direct and manage subordinate staff   and lead by example

COMPETENCIES:  

• Interpersonal Skills--Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming;      Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps      emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new  things. 
• Oral Communication--Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds  well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in      meetings. 
• Written  Communication--Writes clearly and informatively;  Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to      others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to      build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports  everyone's efforts to succeed. 
• Professionalism--Approaches  others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. 
• Attendance/Punctuality--Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are  covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

· Able to climb stairs multiple times a day and be able to lift and/or carry 25 pounds or less

· Able to sit, rise, kneel, squat, twist, pull bend multiple times a day 

· Able to handle hazardous waste (Blood borne pathogens, hospital waste, chemical &infectious) and sharp instruments and needles

· Able to walk with items in hand, grasp and reach as needed 

· Able to provide as needed bedside care and first aid, as needed

· Able to perform with repetitive maneuvers and manual dexterity

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements.  Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.