Senior Residential Counselor (4pm-12am)

Overview

Assist director, manage resident care, supervise staff, ensure compliance, handle crises.

Key Responsibilities

• medication management
• case records
• crisis management
• safety audits
• video surveillance
• group facilitation

Tasks

-Escort clients in the community to medical, benefit, or other pertinent appointments. -Adhere to personnel and residential policies and procedures as outlined in the PCMH Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual and the Residential Policies and Procedures Manual. -Maintains productive working relationships with provider groups and referral sources. -Provides ongoing supervision and directives to Residential Counselor and Front Desk Counselors, as needed. -Ensures that residents follow appropriate psychiatric and medical plans; approves individual service plans as needed. Integrates services of the Health Care Coordinator with other program and case management services. -Facilitates groups in the residence. -Maintain the environment of the facility safely and securely, monitor video surveillance cameras and conduct hourly building walk-throughs to assess the physical environment, and ensure the well-being of residents. -Participates in special projects assigned by senior management. -Document significant building activities and events in the Communication Logbook. -Order, supervise and count medication in accordance with Licensed Housing Medication Policy and Procedures, where applicable. -Maintains case records in accordance with regulatory requirements; reviews individual case records and signs off as needed. -Provides counseling to residents, as required. -Maintains a resident caseload, as needed. -Assists in scheduling and planning recreational and social activities. -Prepare written correspondence and notifications on resident related issues. -Manage crises within the residence and intervene appropriately to minimize risk of potential harm to residents, staff, and damage to property. Notify appropriate supervisor and document all untoward incidents and complete follow-up on incidents. -Conduct monthly fire drills. -Conducts internal audits of clinical case records and all other program documentation to ensure compliance with city, state, and federal regulations. -Participate in residential staff meetings. -Monitors compliance with all applicable safety and health code requirements. -Conduct apartment inspections and provide support to clients regarding daily living skills. -Remain on site until relief staff arrive.

Requirements

• bachelor's degree
• mental health
• 3 years
• high school
• 5 years
• microsoft office

What You Bring

-Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a Mental Health discipline or related field with 3 years related experience preferred. High School Diploma, with at least 5 years related experience in a residential setting considered. -Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and publishing software. -Perform light maintenance and housekeeping skills, such as picking up or emptying garbage, mopping up spills, shoveling snow, etc.

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About Postgraduate Center For Mental Health

-Founded to advance mental health services and education through training and research. -Focused on providing high-quality clinical and educational services to individuals and organizations. -Delivers a wide range of programs that focus on mental health recovery and well-being. -Notable for integrating evidence-based practices into their training and treatment methodologies. -Has worked with various healthcare institutions to improve mental health care standards. -Has a history of collaboration with international experts to advance mental health practices.

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