Residential Counselor (Part-Time/PRN)

Help Individuals Build Independence and Recovery Skills

Looking for a rewarding opportunity in behavioral health with flexible scheduling and competitive pay? Join a team that helps individuals living with mental illness develop the skills and confidence needed to thrive in the community.

Cumberland County Guidance Center is seeking a Part-Time/PRN Residential Counselor to provide support, advocacy, and skill-building services to individuals residing in our supervised residential program.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience as a Residential Counselor, Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), Mental Health Technician, Direct Support Professional (DSP), Residential Support Worker, Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker, or Community Support Worker who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.

Why Join Cumberland County Guidance Center?

For more than 60 years, Cumberland County Guidance Center has been a trusted provider of mental health and behavioral health services throughout Cumberland County and Southern New Jersey. Our multidisciplinary team of counselors, nurses, social workers, therapists, psychiatrists, and support staff works together to provide compassionate, recovery-focused care that empowers individuals living with mental illness to achieve greater independence and improved quality of life.

What We Offer

• Competitive Wages
• Union Position
• Flexible PRN/Part-Time Scheduling
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Discounts (Auto, Wireless, Insurance, Entertainment, and More)
• 10% Shift Differential for Hours Worked Between 12:00 AM and 8:00 AM

Available Shifts

• 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM
• Weekend availability is typically needed

What You'll Do

As a Residential Counselor, you'll provide direct support services to adults receiving behavioral health treatment in a supervised residential setting.

You'll help residents develop the daily living, communication, and community integration skills needed to achieve recovery goals and maintain stability within the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide counseling, support, advocacy, and encouragement to residents
• Assist individuals in developing independent living and daily life skills
• Document client progress, treatment activities, and daily observations
• Facilitate recreational, educational, wellness, and social activities
• Connect residents to community resources and support services
• Provide transportation to appointments, activities, and community services as needed
• Promote a safe, structured, and recovery-oriented residential environment
• Collaborate with treatment team members to support client success
• Assist with crisis intervention and behavioral support when needed

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Four (4) years of related work experience, volunteer experience, caregiving experience, human services experience, or relevant life experience
• Knowledge of community resources and support agencies
• Valid New Jersey driver's license with a driving record that meets agency standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in behavioral health, mental health, human services, residential treatment, group homes, or psychiatric rehabilitation settings
• Experience as a Residential Counselor, Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), Mental Health Technician, Direct Support Professional (DSP), or Case Aide
• Experience supporting individuals living with mental illness or co-occurring disorders
• Knowledge of recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care practices
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Build a Career with Purpose

If you're compassionate, dependable, and committed to helping others achieve recovery and independence, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether your background includes behavioral health, residential services, direct support, case management, human services, community support, or mental health care, this role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

Apply today and join Cumberland County Guidance Center's residential services team in Bridgeton, NJ.