P/T Behavioral Health Counselor- (Veteran Housing)

Community Hope, Inc.

Garfield, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$18.73–$18.73 Per Hour
SKILLS
Behavioral Health, Crisis Intervention, Customer Support/Service, Defibrillator, Driver's License, Emergency Response, First Aid, High School Diploma, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Mail Processing, Medications, Project/Program Coordination, Psychiatry and Mental Health
LOCATION
Garfield, NJ
POSTED
12 days ago

Do you want to work in a friendly, professional and supportive organization? Do you have a desire to serve those who bravely served our country? If so, COME JOIN OUR TEAM!


Alfred J. Thomas  - Home for Veterans 


PART-TIME SHIFT:  Tuesday-Saturday (Tuesday-Friday 4pm-10pm / Saturday: 2pm-10pm) -32 hrs/week

Providing residential support services to veterans in the program.

  • Job Responsibilities

    • Provide supportive counseling and crisis intervention to veterans as needed.

    • Monitor residents and encourage proper housekeeping and upkeep of the residence.

    • Transport veterans in a company vehicle when necessary.

    • Help maintain a safe, clean, and secure living environment for all residents.

    • Assist with drug and alcohol screenings.

    • Complete accurate and timely service documentation and clinical records.

    • Assist with fire and life safety procedures, including fire drills and resident education.

    • Distribute resident mail as needed.

    • Respond to emergencies, including medical incidents, behavioral crises, fire/smoke events, police involvement, and First Aid/AED situations, following agency policies and procedures.

    • Maintain and review required program logs, including communication, resident sign-in, medication sign-in, and pass authorization logs, and report concerns or policy violations to the Program Coordinator.

    • Participate in regular supervision meetings with the Program Coordinator.

  • QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school in Mental Health or a related discipline; or Licensed R.N.; or two years of college plus two years of related work or life experience, or licensed as a Practical Nurse (LPN) plus two years of related mental health experience; or a High School diploma and four years of related mental health experience.
    • Must possess a valid driver’s license, with a good driving record.

    VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Request Priority Protected Veteran Referral.EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled Contact.

    ~We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply including Native American, people of color, women, LGBTQ+, people of all abilities, veterans and veteran spouses.~ 

About the Company

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Community Hope, Inc.