Residential Counselor Peer

Residential Counselor Peer 
Location: Monroe,. NY 
Rate: 15.50

Per Diem As needed, flex eves and weekends
 In this role you will have the opportunity to:

Engage individuals with behavioral health needs in services that support their recovery and growth towards living in their community setting of choice.

·       Support understanding and adherence to house rules, policies and practices for all residents and their visitors.

·       To be an informal and be able to use sound judgment regarding the day to day operation of the residence

·       To learn and develop skills t help individuals to create their own recovery-based service plans

·       To help people learn how to budget funds and manage a budget that leads to a greater level of independence

·       To educate and orient incoming individuals to the house environment

·       To educate and supervise individuals in taking and packing of medications until the achieve self-medication status

·       To assist individuals to schedule medical appointments and related documents

·       To assist individuals in learning how to use transportation resources available in the community.  On occasion to use agency vehicles in transport people to community events or appointments. 

·       To facilitate community meetings designed to plan meals, outings, assign chores, and listen to feedback from the community.

·       To assist people in meal planning, preparation, and cleanup as part of their skill development 

·        To assist people in learning skills associated with home management such as cleaning and laundry.

·        Coordinate services with other providers and families

Qualifications: 

 Candidate must have:

·       Minimum 2 year experience with related population and demonstrated skills or

·       AA with minimum 1 year experience with related population and demonstrated skills or

·        Bachelors in the field (Human Services, Psychological education, Social Work) with some experience with related population and demonstrated skills

The ideal candidate should:  

• Be motivated to engage with and support the recovery of those we serve. 

·        Be able to respond to routine and/or emergency medical needs when they arise

·        Be proactive to identify, resolve and report safety concerns at residence

·        Be able to communicate effectively both in verbal and written forms

Access offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage; an array of voluntary benefits (term life, whole life, identity theft protection and pet insurance); Healthcare and Daycare Flexible Spending Accounts; employer paid Short Term Disability, LTD and AD a matching 403(b) retirement plan,  generous paid time off, paid holidays, accelerated holiday pay and tuition assistance.          
                                      
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