Residential Counselor III

At Access: Supports for Living and our Access: Network partners, we help people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible - and we support our staff in doing the same. Across our family of organizations, team members work in mental health, substance use, disability, employment, housing, and family services, doing meaningful work in a collaborative and respectful environment. We offer supportive leadership, opportunities to learn and grow, competitive benefits, and the chance to build a career with purpose. If you’re looking for work that matters and a team that values what you bring, the Access Network is a great place to be.

Location: Monroe, NY Hours: Tuesday 12 noon to Thursday 5 pm (2 and 1/2 day shift) Rate of Pay: $19.00 Job Description In this role you will:

• Oversee day-to-day routines of residents: wakeup, grooming/dressing, preparing for work, programs or appointments, shared mealtimes, household tasks social/recreational activities and pm curfews.
• Provide direct, on-site supervision for up to 12 residents
• Support adherence to house rules, policies and practices for all residents and visitors
• Must be able to be a leader in the absence of a Site Supervisor and Senior Counselor
• Must possess ability to write res-hab plans and IPOPS
• Will assist in the handling of residents money and assets
• Orient and train incoming residents to the house practices
• Administer medication and supervise residents packing of medications
• Maintain annual certification to administer medications
• Maintain schedule of medical appointments for residents. Prepare and provide consult forms for medical appointments
• Provide transportation, or assist residents in arranging transportation, to medical appointments. Ability to drive a large van is required
• Hold/facilitate resident meetings to plan meals or outings, assign chores, and listen to feedback
• Should be able to cook (menu prep and ensure dietary needs of residents are being met)
• Cleaning and laundry responsibilities
• Ideal candidate must possess patience, self-motivation, display good judgment and pay close attention to detail
• Respond to routine and/or emergency medical needs as required
• Repair, resolve and report safety concerns at residence
• Track and attend mandatory trainings
• Ability to clearly communicate, through the use of weekly shift notes or logs, any progress or regress made by residents
• Assist resident with bathing needs if required
• Handle other tasks as directed by supervisor
• Coordinate services with other providers and families

Qualifications The ideal candidate will have:

• BSW or Bachelors in the field (Human Services, Psychological education, Social Work) with some experience with related population and demonstrated skills
• BA with minimum 1 year experience with related population and demonstrated skills
• AA with minimum 2 years’ experience with related population and demonstrated skills
• Minimum 4 years’ experience with related population and demonstrated skills

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and Veterans