Residential Counselor Peer Location: Monroe, NY, United StatesDate Posted: Oct 1, 2024 Share: share to e-mail Apply Now Save JobSaved Description Residential Counselor Peer (Path) Location: Monroe, NY Rate: $17 Weekend overnights as needed 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 To learn more about Access and our services visit http://accesssupports.org. (http://accesssupports.org.%20/) Like us on Facebook and connect with us on LinkedIn. ALL POSITIONS ARE SUBJECT TO A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND, FINGERPRINTING AND MOTOR VEHICLE REPORT CHECK. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability #Ziprecruiter Share: mail Apply Now