Mental Health Center of Denver
Residential Counselor I/II 8pm-8am Sat, Sun Park Place and 8pm-8am Wed. Monaco
Mental Health Center of Denver, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Overview
Residential Counselor I/II positions available: 8pm-8am shifts on Saturdays and Sundays at Park Place and 8pm-8am on Wednesdays at Monaco. Position Summary
Residential Counselors facilitate and work with consumers on activities of daily living (ADLs) needed for consumers to become more self-sufficient and move toward recovery. Additionally, you will facilitate group therapy, manage intakes/discharges, monitor medications, create a safe environment for the consumers, help coordinate treatment, and advocate for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Responsible for direct service care to consumers as part of a multi-disciplinary team. STARTING SALARY: RC I
-- (Degree seeking, no Bachelors) - $26.72/hr RC II
– (Bachelor degree or higher) - $28.96/hr Essential Job Functions
Provide individual psychotherapy with consumers to provide support and insight. Facilitate group therapy sessions within the house. Coordinate clinical care with case management services and other services both inside and outside of Wellpower. Assess consumers throughout the workday, and provide appropriate interventions. Encourage, support, and train consumers in activities of daily living (ADLs) - teaching consumers about hygiene, help make appointments, show how to do household duties/chores, such as cooking, cleaning, etc. As part of a multi-disciplinary system, help facilitate the treatment and continuity of clinical care. Complete intake and discharge tasks for consumers being placed in the house as new residents or moving out of the house. Maintain household safety in regards to a variety of household chores and activities, such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry. Document all significant consumer interactions toward recovery and continuity of care. Complete necessary clinical documentation, such as the daily log, consumer record, and medication records. Respond to consumer and building emergencies, and facilitate appropriate interventions. In emergency situations, contact other residential staff, your supervisor, or other clinicians when needed. Advocate for acceptance and integration of individuals with mental illness within the neighborhood and community in which they live. Maintain a trauma informed environment of wellbeing. Required to attend scheduled team meetings. Perform other duties as assigned. Must meet qualifications under Chapter 7 of the Residential Care Facilities - Mentally Ill requirements. Shift work and/or weekend work is required. Certain programs may require a Class "S" drivers license. Performs other duties as assigned Education
RC I: Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field; or, seeking Certified Nurse's Aid (C.N.A.) or Home Health Aid (HHA) Certification preferred. RC II: Bachelor's Degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field Experience
One year of mental health experience or in related field preferred. Must be 21 yrs. of age to apply. Certifications
QMAP (Qualified Medication Administration Person) CPR & First Aid Typical Physical Demands
Requires sitting, standing, bending, lifting. Must be able to perform a variety of household tasks, climb stairs, move throughout the house, and quickly respond to emergencies. May require lifting 50 pounds. Working Conditions
Must meet qualifications under Chapter 7 of the Residential Care Facilities - Mentally Ill requirements. Shift work and/or weekend work is required. Certain programs may require a Class "S" driver's license. Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Mental Health Care
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Residential Counselor I/II positions available: 8pm-8am shifts on Saturdays and Sundays at Park Place and 8pm-8am on Wednesdays at Monaco. Position Summary
Residential Counselors facilitate and work with consumers on activities of daily living (ADLs) needed for consumers to become more self-sufficient and move toward recovery. Additionally, you will facilitate group therapy, manage intakes/discharges, monitor medications, create a safe environment for the consumers, help coordinate treatment, and advocate for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Responsible for direct service care to consumers as part of a multi-disciplinary team. STARTING SALARY: RC I
-- (Degree seeking, no Bachelors) - $26.72/hr RC II
– (Bachelor degree or higher) - $28.96/hr Essential Job Functions
Provide individual psychotherapy with consumers to provide support and insight. Facilitate group therapy sessions within the house. Coordinate clinical care with case management services and other services both inside and outside of Wellpower. Assess consumers throughout the workday, and provide appropriate interventions. Encourage, support, and train consumers in activities of daily living (ADLs) - teaching consumers about hygiene, help make appointments, show how to do household duties/chores, such as cooking, cleaning, etc. As part of a multi-disciplinary system, help facilitate the treatment and continuity of clinical care. Complete intake and discharge tasks for consumers being placed in the house as new residents or moving out of the house. Maintain household safety in regards to a variety of household chores and activities, such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry. Document all significant consumer interactions toward recovery and continuity of care. Complete necessary clinical documentation, such as the daily log, consumer record, and medication records. Respond to consumer and building emergencies, and facilitate appropriate interventions. In emergency situations, contact other residential staff, your supervisor, or other clinicians when needed. Advocate for acceptance and integration of individuals with mental illness within the neighborhood and community in which they live. Maintain a trauma informed environment of wellbeing. Required to attend scheduled team meetings. Perform other duties as assigned. Must meet qualifications under Chapter 7 of the Residential Care Facilities - Mentally Ill requirements. Shift work and/or weekend work is required. Certain programs may require a Class "S" drivers license. Performs other duties as assigned Education
RC I: Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field; or, seeking Certified Nurse's Aid (C.N.A.) or Home Health Aid (HHA) Certification preferred. RC II: Bachelor's Degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field Experience
One year of mental health experience or in related field preferred. Must be 21 yrs. of age to apply. Certifications
QMAP (Qualified Medication Administration Person) CPR & First Aid Typical Physical Demands
Requires sitting, standing, bending, lifting. Must be able to perform a variety of household tasks, climb stairs, move throughout the house, and quickly respond to emergencies. May require lifting 50 pounds. Working Conditions
Must meet qualifications under Chapter 7 of the Residential Care Facilities - Mentally Ill requirements. Shift work and/or weekend work is required. Certain programs may require a Class "S" driver's license. Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Mental Health Care
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