Columbus House - Residential Counselor (Per diem opportunity)

 

Full Job Description

Columbus House, Inc.
Job Posting: Per Diem, FLSA Non-Exempt
Residential Counselor

VEVRAA Federal Contractor: Priority Referrals of Protected Veterans Requested

Qualifications
This is a residential setting for a male only candidate. Individual must have: demonstrated the ability to manage, motivate, direct and counsel consumers; possessed of time management and organizational skills; a complete knowledge base of all aspects of the delivery of residential services for the homeless population; competent in recognizing and dealing appropriately with mental health, substance abuse, and dual diagnosis issues; knowledgeable of the area network providers; a high school graduate, college graduate preferred; valid Drivers’ license with good driving record; computer literate; culturally competent; must possess the capacity to work within a team and foster teamwork; must have a demonstrated understanding of crisis intervention skills, confidentiality, boundaries, and universal precautions; able to foster a Harm Reduction philosophy within the work environment; strong empathic skills. Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred. Reliability and punctuality are essential.

Responsibilities
Supervise up to 17 male clients to ensure compliance with all house rules on an on-call basis. Counsel clients to assist them with following their recovery service plans. Assist in ensuring security of the shelter building. Attend/share all required Columbus House and network meetings; complete all required reports; oversee intake, departures, and daily roster and programs; work in concert with Columbus House Managers and Directors; adhere closely to scheduled shift start times and remain on duty until replacement has arrived.

Supervised by: Recovery House Coordinator
Pay Scale: $13.66/hr. no benefits
Number of Positions: 2
Schedule: No regular schedule, on-call

How to apply (choose only one; indicate where you saw posting):

*Email your resume and a cover letter to via Indeed

*Send your resume and a cover letter to Human Resources Generalist, Columbus House Inc., P.O. Box 7093, New Haven CT 06519

*Fax your resume and a cover letter to 203-773-1430

*Apply at www.columbushouse.org

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.66 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekend availability

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

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