Join our team today where you will immerse yourself in a rewarding career for years to come! As a Residential Counselor, you will work to work within our children's residential group homes located throughout Southern New Jersey. The residential programs provide services for youth living with a developmental disability and/or mental illness. Whether it's assisting with daily activities and household tasks, encouraging community involvement, or coordinating appointments, each day brings new opportunities to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. As a Residential Counselor, you'll support individuals living with behavioral health challenges and/or developmental disabilities in a residential group home setting by helping them achieve the highest possible level of independence. We're looking for compassionate individuals, ready to start a new career that impacts the lives of others. We'll provide training and learning opportunities to support your career goals. Full-time and part-time shifts available! Day, evening and overnight shifts available! Weekday shifts at $16.57/hr. Weekend shifts at $19.51/hr.

Responsibilities:

Provide a caring and supportive environment Provide direct care services and supervision to residents Provide assistance and training in activities of daily living Provide on-going information to professional staff Provide input into assessments, case conferences, and treatment planning Recognize client behavioral signs indicating potential emergency and take immediate action by reporting to appropriate staff Provide one-on-one supervision and record client response Directing and assisting clients in preparing for group activities Provide social and recreational activities Perform light household duties Provide transportation Demonstrate an ability to work positively with youth in a group setting For Substitute Residential Counselor (Per-Diem) Must work 1 shift every 30 Days Must work 2 or more Holidays per year Must be available for weekend shifts based on program needs Must attend 8 staff meetings annually 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 (BA. BS, BSW) in a mental health related field OR; Bachelor's degree in unrelated field with six (6) months experience working with children/adolescents in a group setting OR; High School diploma plus a minimum of three (3) years' experience working with children/adolescents in a group setting; Valid Driver's License in good standing All positions required a valid driver's license in good standing Oaks Integrated Care is an

EOE/Drug-Free Workplace Pay:

$16.57 - $19.51 per hour

Benefits:

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

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

working with youth in a group setting: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

driver's license (Required)

Work Location:

In person