Residential Counselor – Paid Training & Career Advancement Position Available In [Unknown county], New Jersey

Residential Counselor

• Paid Training & Career Advancement
  Req #426
  New Jersey, USA Job Description
  Posted Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 10:00 PM
  Residential Counselor
• Paid Training & Career Advancement

Shift:

Full-Time

Hours:

Saturday-Wednesday; 3:00pm-11:00pm
Why Join Easterseals NJ?
Here’s why our team members choose us over others:

Professional Growth:

From onboarding to ongoing training, we invest in your development with clear pathways for advancement.

Work-Life Balance:

We offer a variety of shift options and locations, ensuring we can always meet your needs.

Stability & Legacy:

As part of a national network, we offer stability of a trusted nonprofit with the heart of a local organization.

About Our Program:

Easterseals, a national nonprofit, has supported individuals with disabilities for over 50 years. Its Mental Health Residential Services delivers self-maintenance, medication education, and/or skill development for people with serious mental illness.

What You’ll Do:

The Residential Counselor provides personalized support to consumers by assisting with personal care goals, coordinating services, ensuring compliance with AMHRS standards, responding to concerns, educating on medications, facilitating transportation, maintaining accurate records, and delivering high-quality care in line with IRPs.
Key responsibilities include:
Support consumers in achieving personal care goals and addressing ongoing challenges.
Educate consumers on medications, track logs, and conduct monthly audits.
Coordinate services based on individual needs.
Transports consumers using the company van as needed.
Deliver high-quality care in line with Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRP).
Accurately document services within required timeframes using electronic health records.

Who You Are:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

1 year of previous experience in direct care or related field.

Requirements:

Possess a valid driver’s license & acceptable driving record.

Skills:

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.

What We Offer:

Competitive Pay & Benefits

• Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
  Employer-Paid Coverage
• Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  Retirement Savings
• 403(b) Plan with Employer Match
  Generous Time Off
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, Medical Leave, and PTO Buy-Back options
  Convenience & Support
• Direct Deposit, Payroll Cards, Mileage Reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Program
  Wellness & Recognition
• Wellness Program, Referral Bonuses, and a Recognition Program
  Training & Development
• Paid Orientation and Ongoing Training
  Easterseals NJ provides a comprehensive benefits package.

For full details, visit enjbenefits.
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, or 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 categories 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.
Job Details
Pay Type
Hourly
Hiring Min Rate
18 USD
Hiring Max Rate
18.75 USD