Residential Counselor

Residential Counselor Apex Community Care - 2.8 Danbury, CT Job Details Part-time $18 - $19 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Flexible schedule Qualifications Record keeping Maintaining patient confidentiality Assisting with ADLs High school diploma or GED Driver's License Vehicle maintenance Meal preparation Substance abuse Safe environment creation Cleaning Passenger pickup and drop-off

HIV/AIDS

care Care plans Patient transport Facilities maintenance Entry level

Full Job Description Position Summary:

The Residential Counselor provides staff presence and assistance in the small group residence, assists clients in following through with Individual Care Plans, is available to residents and attends to the physical maintenance of the facility during scheduled shift. This Residential Counselor position is full time position that reports to the Housing Director.

Responsibilities:

Monitor day to day functions of Apex Residential Program Support clients in their basic living skills including cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping, transportation, etc. Assist clients with implementation of Individual Care Plans Maintain shift records according to policy Monitor physical maintenance of facility, report facility issues or concerns to Housing Director Maintain safe and secure environment Facilitate client activities as planned Participate in required house and staff meetings Provide transportation for residential clients as needed Ensure group resident clients attend any evening HIV Support Group Oversee company van maintenance and upkeep Maintain ongoing communication with supervisor and residential staff regarding day-to-day occurrences at group residence Serve as a flexible team member of residential staff; act as generalist to provide other duties as needed Maintain client confidentiality

Qualifications:

High School Diploma Required, lived expertise preferred Ability to work some evening shifts Must be compassionate and caring individual that is comfortable supporting clients living with HIV and a history of substance use Reliability and flexibility Valid driver's license At Apex Community Care, we value diversity and the uniqueness of all people. We thrive in an inclusive environment, and we recruit, hire and promote without regard to race, gender, age, color, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, religion, sexual preference, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability - or any other legally protected categories as set forth in the applicable state, federal or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including training, compensation, benefits and all other privileges of employment. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; location and region; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee's/applicant's background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person