Join our team today and immerse yourself in a rewarding career for years to come! Now Hiring Housing Counselors to work within our supportive housing program located in Trenton, Mercer County and throughout Southern NJ. Supportive housing residents receive the support necessary to become contributing participants in their community and learn to utilize local resources including banks, churches, grocery stores and recreational facilities.

The program provides:

rental assistance, opportunities for peer support, budgeting assistance, illness management and education/workforce skills development.

Schedule:

Full-time; 40 hours Driving is required for this role.

Responsibilities:

Perform outreach, engagement and assessment to enroll consumers in program services Maintain knowledge of each consumer and share knowledge with other team members through active participation in team meetings, regular review of consumer's case record to ensure optimal responsiveness by staff to client's changing needs, consult with other staff regarding treatment plan, and regular progress updates to other staff concerning work performed on consumer's behalf Assist client in finding, selecting and furnishing affordable housing of their choice and complete all necessary subsidiary documentation; ensure documentation is provided to DMHAS and other funding sources Assist residents in understanding their rights and responsibilities under a tenant lease arrangement and mange disputes with other residents or landlords Assess with clients strengths and skill deficits related to independent living; assisting clients in acquiring needed skills before and after placement in their new homes Assist and link clients in learning about their neighborhoods (banks, stores, transportation, recreational opportunities and other community supports) Provide supportive counseling and assist consumers in problem solving Collaborate with consumers, family members and other providers to develop service plans Transport consumers and teach them how to take public transportation Provide services including but not limited to psycho-education and support, symptom assessment and management, family/significant other education and support, consumer advocacy and activities of daily living Provide crisis intervention as needed Provide therapeutic rehabilitative skill development Why Choose Oaks?

Trauma Informed Environment:

Embrace each person's story including life experience, history and culture.

The FISH Philosophy:

Four simple practices that inspire engagement, creativity and innovation. Opportunities for

Growth:

Grow your career with Oaks as we continue to expand. We're here to help you reach your goals.

Mission-focused:

Mission is at the heart of what we do each day. Excellent Benefits (90% employer coverage): Enjoy generous time benefits (20+ hours), comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage (30 + hours), 403B with 6% employer contribution

Diverse Culture:

We welcome, value and celebrate our differences.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health related discipline such as Social Work, Psychology, Counseling etc.; Experience in the mental health field preferred; Valid drivers license in good standing required. All positions required a valid driver's license in good standing Oaks Integrated Care is an

EOE/Drug-Free Workplace Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.00 - $22.20 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person