Per Diem Counselors - CASAC Hours

Job Description

RISE Housing and Support Services has an opportunity for a per diem worker at one of our community residences, Hedgerow House. The perfect candidate will have an interest in the human services field, the flexibility to pick up a shift when one becomes available, and the empathy and positivity to be a supportive presence for our residents while they work to overcome the life challenges their substance use diagnoses has presented.

RISE offers a starting Per Diem Counselor:

A rate of $17 per hour

$250 bonus after 6 months of employment

Available shifts to fit any schedule, including days, nights, and weekends

An opportunity to gain experience in a human services field in a growing organization that likes to promote from within

A great place to earn hours toward a CASAC credential

Overview of Job Responsibilities:

Acclimating residents to the structure of the program

Supervising residents’ daily living activities and house management to maintain a clean, safe, and supportive environment

Modeling positive and appropriate behaviors for residents

1st, 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities available

To qualify you must have:

An interest in human services and the dedication to learn

An ability to operate independently, think on your feet, and follow your training

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Strong interpersonal boundaries

Our shared belief system in areas such as compassion, respect, dedication, and inclusion

Schedule:

We have a variety of shifts available including day, evening, weekend, and awake overnight hours

To start earning some extra money while learning about human services at our growing non-profit, send us your resume.

RISE Housing and Support Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Company Description

RISE Healthy Housing and Support Services is a human service agency that has been serving people in Saratoga and the surrounding counties since 1978. RISE programs provide safe, healthy housing and support services to people with mental health concerns, substance use, and other life challenges.

Our Mission

Our mission at RISE Housing and Support Services is to help people living with mental health, substance use, and other life challenges to remain safe and healthy in the community through housing and supportive services.

Our Vision

RISE will serve as a catalyst, leader, and partner in meeting the housing and recovery needs of our community. Our knowledgeable and resourceful staff and board members will educate the community to reduce the stigma associated with mental health diagnoses, substance use, and other life challenges.

Our Values

We are compassionate. We focus on the inherent value and uniqueness of each individual we serve.

We are respectful. We listen with respect to understand the needs of the people we serve and respond with dignity and kindness.

We are dedicated. We work together as a team to seek solutions and live our values consistently while holding one another accountable.

We are progressive. We seek and employ socially responsive service models to address substance use and mental health concerns in our community.

We Treat People with

Esteem We believe housing is healthcare and a basic human right. We believe that when individuals have healthy, safe housing, they have the stability and security to achieve greater personal wellness.

Understanding We acknowledge that individuals are unique and success looks different for each person based on their circumstances and goals.

A Holistic Approach We seek to treat each individual as a whole person, understanding that their needs extend beyond their mental health diagnoses, substance use, or medical condition.

Positivity We work together with individuals through the healing process, setting achievable goals and honoring the unique needs and challenges of each person or family member.

Empathy We believe individuals are important to their friends, families, and loved ones. We seek to assist individuals to strengthen and maintain their natural support systems.

Inclusion We work together with individuals and families to coordinate services with other care providers in the community.