Counselor- Community Residence

We are Hiring!

As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston builds communities that care for all people. We serve all people seeking help in a safe, welcoming and comforting environment that feels like being home. We proudly employ people from all backgrounds and experiences. 

If you're looking for more than just a job, if you're passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of others, join a team that changes lives every day. Be a part of something truly special.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule:  Monday- Friday

Salary:  $23.00 an hour

Top Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan 
• Generous time off package and work-life balance 
• Comprehensive benefits package 
• Supportive and collaborative environment 
• Opportunities for growth and development 
• Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in  people's lives 

Qualifications

Education: Associates preferred.

Credentials: NYS qualified health professional license required- CASAC-Trainee, CASAC, LMSW or RN.

Valid NY State Driver License and access to a reliable vehicle

Experience: Two years of prior experience in substance abuse or related human service field preferred. Experience and demonstrated ability to relate effectively to persons with alcohol/substance use disorder.

General Description

The Residential Counselor functions as the primary counselor in the care of the residents and assists with the daily operation of the facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Competes screening, Intake and orientation of new residents
• Conducts SUD Assessment; SUD Diagnostic Impression; LOC as determined by LOCADTR
• Ensures individualized recovery-oriented treatment planning with the resident and care team.
• Conducts LOC as determined by LOCADTR
• Gets involved in residents’ daily activities, observes behavior and ensures the maintenance of appropriate conduct.
• Provides for the safety and integrity of the facility at all times.
• Ensures all records are locked and medications are stored and monitored according to program policy.
• Ensures the adherence of confidentiality regulations.
• Coordinates services and communicates resident’s conditions to appropriate service providers.
• Provides individual and group counseling, education and training to residents in living skills through individual and group work.
• Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with residents, staff and community professionals.
• Participates in the development and maintenance of the therapeutic community.
• Provides crisis management as needed. Has the ability to identify symptoms of decomposition and develop strategies to address concerns with appropriate treatment providers.
• Maintains professional practices.
• Adheres to Agency policies and procedures, performs other related tasks as assigned.
• Transports residents in agency vehicles to program related activities.
• Uses the daily log and progress notes to communicate information gathered during assigned shifts.
• Participates in clinical supervision sessions.

Counseling/ Case management responsibilities:

• Provides Psycho-education
• Provides care coordination and referral
• Ensure all residents receive comprehensive case management services and complete access to community services for legal, mental health, social services, vocational assessments, and misc. needs.
• Ensures all residents have a medical history recorded and a physical exam performed within 45 days of admission.
• Ensures the following: comprehensive service plans are prepared within 30 days of the development of the initial service plan, service plans are reviewed at least every 30 days thereafter and signed as required by the supervisor.
• Ensures the discharge plans provide for the specific needs of a resident and prepared in collaboration with the resident.
• Ensures progress notes are prepared at least once per week and reflect the goals and objectives of the service plan.
• Completes other duties as assigned

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory direction and perform other related duties as required.

Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Compliance: Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards.  All duties must be performed in accordance with CCFCS’s corporate compliance & ethics program. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. CCDOR considers all background check information in accordance with applicable law.

Join us and help make a positive impact on our community!

***Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet