Mental Health Residential Counselor

Position: Mental Health Residential Counselor/FT/Hunterdon County NJ

MENTAL HEALTH RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR

Are you looking to join a dynamic team of passionate professionals dedicated to enriching the lives of people living with mental illness?

Your interest in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities is valuable to us!

What’s in it for you?

Be a part of a national organization that has helped people living with developmental disabilities, and special needs for more than a century!

Work with an awesome team of professionals who have a true passion for the work that they do.

Great benefits!

Competitive pay!

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

No Cost Life and Accidental Death Insurance

Employer Paid Long Term Disability Insurance

Plentiful Voluntary Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) Plan with Match

Discount Programs

Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays

Paid Time Off Buy-Back

Paid Medical Leave Time

Direct Deposit and Payroll Cards

Access to Electronic Pay Statements

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Wellness Program

Employee Referral Program

Employee Paid Orientation & Training

Recognition Program

What will you do?

Core responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Supports consumers in achieving measurable outcomes to address new and on-going consumer care challenges.

Adheres to the Adult Mental Health Rehabilitation Services standards (AMHRS).

Achieves high level of consumer and customer satisfaction by responding in a timely manner to consumer complaints and grievances.

Educates and monitors consumer medications, observes medication logs, and complete monthly medication audits.

Coordinates supportive services based on consumer needs.

Provides high-quality services in accordance with Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRP).

Accurately documents services in accordance to required timeframes with policy and procedures using the electronic health record

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mental Health, or human services

OR

A combination of one (1) or more years’ of college, plus related life or work experience equal to four (4) years

OR

High School or GED plus four (4) years of related work or life experience.

Must have an intermediate level of computer experience with the ability to learn new computer programs.

Must have a valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record.

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Must be flexible and compassionate when working with consumers

About Us!

Easterseals is a national 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has helped children and adults with disabilities and special needs, live better lives for more than half a century. Annually, over 9,000 individuals with disabilities and specific special needs in New Jersey receive services in our programs. We believe everyone has an inalienable right to realize their potential and live their life as they envision it; everyone is allowed access to opportunities that permit them to do so.

Our employees dedicate themselves to making positive differences in people’s lives every day by living our Core Values: RESPECTFULNESS, WARMTH, EXPERTISE

Easterseals Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

As one of our core values, we strive to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees without regard to their age, gender, religion, race, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability which is unrelated to the ability to perform essential job functions, unfavorable military discharge (except dishonorable), veteran status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, source of income or other legally protected category in accordance with applicable law with regard to receipt of services, appointment or election to voluntary office, or hiring for, assignment to, or promotion in staff positions.

Easterseals NJ offers paid training, 403(b) Retirement Plan and generous Paid Time Off for all employees! To view all benefit information, visit

About Easterseals New Jersey:

About Us!Easterseals is a national 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has helped children and adults with disabilities and special needs, live better lives for more than half a century. Annually, over 9,000 individuals with disabilities and specific special needs in New Jersey receive services in our programs. We believe everyone has an inalienable right to realize their potential and live their life as they envision it; everyone is allowed access to opportunities that permit them to do so.

Full-Time