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Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark

Per Diem Residential Counselor - Union City

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark, Union City, New Jersey, us, 07087

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Mount Carmel Guild Behavioral Health System, a CARF accredited division of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark, is a leading provider of mental health and addiction services in Northern New Jersey.

Per Diem Residential Counselor for our

MCG Adult Residential program Union City, NJ .

Our Residential Programs serve individuals who are referred primarily from the State and County Hospitals and who are ready for discharge into the community. MCG has had success in moving individuals along the continuum of care available, progressing from A+ group homes toifu less supervised levels.

Responsibilities

Responsible for development and implementation of an individualized service plan for program residents, including direct counseling.

Supervise, organize, and support recreational and/or socialization activities.

Provide crisis intervention, document observations, information and services provided to the consumer in progress notes.

Transport residents to medical and service appointments as needed.

Provide education, modeling, and monitoring to residents regarding medication compliance, independent living skills, and interpersonal skills.

Be able to work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Mental Health or Social Services field OR Bachelor’s Degree in another field and 1 year related experience OR High school diploma plus 4 years related experience

Valid driver's license required.

Mission In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture.

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