Career Counselor - Higher Ed. assists and counsels students with their transitions to employment. Organizes workshops to develop the necessary skills associated with career development. Being a Career Counselor - Higher Ed. supports on-campus recruiting efforts and programs involving student and employee interactions. Develops student advising resources and facilitation guides. Additionally, Career Counselor - Higher Ed. typically requires a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Career Counselor - Higher Ed. gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Career Counselor - Higher Ed. typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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JOB TITLE: Residential Counselor
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, 40 hours/wk
SCHEDULED HOURS: Sunday-Thursday 7am-3pm
PROGRAM/LOCATION: Respite; Enfield, CT
PC#: 1328
ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Respite
Respite means to take a break. Clients often need a way to take some space from the stressors in their lives and we are here to provide that. Throughout the day you are spending your time engaging with clients, observing safe medication practices, working on daily independent living skills, assessing for risk and crisis situations and providing case management supports as needed. Clients may utilize Respite as a step down from a hospital or proactively to prevent a hospital stay. The program is staffed 24/7 and you will develop strong relationships with other CHR programs, primary health and pharmacies to best support those in our care. Many clients enter Respite at their “breaking points” and feeling hopeless and have the opportunity to connect with caring staff who can make life feel worthwhile again. Staff are provided with a monthly staff meeting as well as individualized supervision as well as a program director who is on call 24/7 so you never have to feel alone.
ABOUT THE POSITION: Residential Counselor
Position Highlights
• Experience working with clients from all walks of life, both on a short-term and long-term basis
• Respite allows someone to feel supported and work on any and all aspects that will make returning to daily life an easier transition.
Duties & Responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred, high school diploma and/or Associate’s degree with minimum 2 years relevant experience.
Experience: Experience working with chronic and persistent mentally ill clients in a residential group home or supported living setting preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: CPR/First-Aid Certification within 6 months of hire or according to program requirements. Valid driver’s license, own vehicle and no fault insurance. Knowledge and safe practice of CT State Motor Vehicle Laws.
WHY CHR:
*Many of the benefits listed above are available to all staff regardless of hours worked! Please note that some of the listed benefits may be subject to eligibility.
COMPENSATION*:
$17.00 minimum- $24.48 maximum, dependent upon experience
*Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based off of relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)
CHR is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that respects differences and honors the experience of our diverse staff. We encourage women, members of ethnic minorities, LGBTQ individuals, people with (dis)abilities, and veterans to apply.
Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!
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