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Acute Residential Counselor Adult - Micro Residential Programs

Provide residential-based, specialized support to clients who possess a range of intellectual disabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Initiate constructive activities that address goals on a client's Individual Support Agreement (treatment plan)
• Facilitate community inclusion, daily living, and skill acquisition
• Utilization of sound judgement and maintenance of calm demeanor during crisis
• Provide needed behavioral and/or mental health support
• Provide needed personal and/or medical care

Requirements:

• High School Degree or equivalent
• Three years' experience in a human services or combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skill has been acquired
• Knowledge and skills in de-escalation techniques strongly desired
• Relationship-building and boundary-setting skills
• Valid driver's License, use of a personal vehicle, and an acceptable driving record
• Ability to work either Saturday or Sunday

Structure:

• Full and part time options available
• Union
• Starting at $21.66 an hour
• We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience
• Ability to work either Saturday or Sunday

Benefits:

• Generous time off starting at 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more
• Comprehensive BCBS Medical with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.
• Two Dental options through Delta Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Employer 401(k) contributions
• Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term insurance
• Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account
• Childcare Stipend
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral program with financial payment
• Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED
• Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education
• Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!
• Employee referral and sign on bonus is subject to Howard Center policy, for both internal and external applicants.

Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence.

Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.

Acute Residential Counselor Adult

Job Summary: 

The Acute Residential Counselor Adult position provides support services to adults who have intensive needs that live in Howard Center short term or long-term residences and/or crisis programs.  This role ensures a safe, healthy, and functional environment while providing direct service to adult clients. This role also provides guidance and assistance in order to help clients meet their individual goals. 

Essential Functions

• Develop healthy therapeutic relationships with adult residents
• Manage, assess and adjust the social and physical environments to ensure appropriate supervision and crisis management
• Work with residents in assessment, care coordination and as a positive role model to assist in increasing coping strategies, problem-solving skills, and wellness plans
• Support residents in creating and following safety plans and crisis plans
• Assist residents with de-escalation and conflict mediation 
• Assist with program operations, staff training, and resident daily living functions, such as meal/menu preparation, household maintenance/organization and personal care
• Provide support needed for safety in the community and/ or worksites 
• Conduct overall health monitoring and medication administration and/or oversight
• Complete training and documentation as required by program
• Perform related duties as assigned within your scope of practice

Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of two years of combination in experience, skills and/or education working with adults that experience mental health challenges, substance use disorders and/or intellectual disabilities or Autism Spectrum Disorder, or another human services field
• Driver's License with acceptable driving record

Competencies:

• Service to others: Understand, support, and meet the needs of clients with compassion and empathy.  Navigate system of care across populations. Maintain confidentiality of client information
• Communication: Triage communication needs as they arise.  Accurately communicate and report in multiple formats
• Intercultural Sensitivity: Take and active interest in others, their cultural background, needs and perspectives
• Organizational/Attention to Detail: Manage, organize, and prioritize essential duties. Follow agency policy and procedures.  Identify what needs to be done and take initiative
• Technology: Use office equipment, hardware and software.  Demonstrate knowledge of agency information management and security policies
• Collaborative team player

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to move up to 50lbs 
• Ability to safely mange escalated behavior, including physical intervention determined by specific program
• Manual dexterity needed for repetitive tasks