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Community Hope, Inc.

Behavioral Health Counselor (Veterans Program)

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 1 day ago

Location: Lyons, NJ (Onsite)

Last Updated: 7 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/4/2026

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What they do

A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$39,819 / year median in New Jersey

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

$250 Sign-On Bonus for Part-time shifts
$500 Sign-On Bonus for Full-time shifts
Do you want to work in a friendly, professional and supportive organization?

Do you have a desire to serve those who bravely served our country? If so, COME

JOIN OUR TEAM!

available

Shifts:

FULL-TIME

| Monday -

Friday:

3pm-11pm

PART-TIME

| Overnight Saturday & Sunda y: 11pm-7am (16 total hrs.)

PER-DIEM

| Covering shifts as needed. Providing residential support services to veterans in the program. Provides supportive counseling to veterans in need of crisis intervention and emergency services. Monitors veterans in housekeeping maintenance and upkeep of the residence. Provides transportation as required. Participates as a team member in the maintenance and care of the facility and ensures the safety of the veterans in the program. Assists in the administration of drug and alcohol screenings. Documents service delivery and maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation. Implements fire and life safety standards eg: fire drills and fire safety education Distributes veteran mail as needed. Executes all emergency procedures such as medical emergencies, crisis intervention, fire and/or smoke, police emergency, AED/ First Aid, etc. as per the Agency's Policy and Procedure Manual. Documents any and all pertinent information in and reviews the Communication Log Book, Resident Sign-In Log, Medication Sign-In Log, Pass Authorization Log, and reporting any violations to the Program Coordinator. Participates in supervision meetings with the Program Coordinator. Conducts regular checks to ensure the safety and whereabouts of all veterans in the residence.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Mental Health or a related discipline; OR two years of college plus two years of related work or life experience, OR a High School diploma and four years of related experience in homelessness, mental health, or recovery services, or veteran service experience. Must possess a valid driver's license, with a good driving record. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Request Priority Protected Veteran Referral. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled Contact. ~We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply including Native American, people of color, women, LGBTQ+, people of all abilities, veterans and veteran spouses.~ Community Hope, Inc. is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status View all jobs at this company