Mental Health Residence Counselor (RC)

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Unity House of Cayuga County

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

City of Auburn, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Residence Counselor empowers individuals with disabilities to learn, grow, and thrive within an inclusive, people-centered environment. Responsibilities include providing direct support services and transporting individuals to complete agency business.

Qualifications

You have a High School Diploma or GED and a year of related experience in Human Services. You are comfortable using computers and possess excellent interpersonal, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Computer skills

Keyboarding

Job Description

A career with a cause

At Unity House, we're dedicated to supporting people with disabilities. That's why we're dedicated to our employees. At Unity House, you'll empower people to learn, grow and thrive. In turn, Unity House will empower you with:

Great pay!
Full-time benefits - health insurance and more for working 30+ hours per week
Flexible hours - a work schedule that fits your life
Time Off - paid holidays, vacation days, sick days, personal days and more
Peace of mind - 401k contributions matched up to 3.5%
Wellness - free comprehensive wellness and employee assistance programs
Pay options - early payday and direct deposit available
Room to grow - tuition reimbursement, free training and promotion opportunities

Our mission

To empower and enrich the lives of people in recovery, coping with a mental illness, and/or diagnosed with a developmental disability. This is accomplished by offering services and supports in an inclusive, people-centered environment.

Our vision

All individuals are respected and lead lives of personal fulfillment and acceptance within our community

Our values

Honesty, Integrity and Respect

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or GED required with one year of related experience in Human Service preferred. Computer skills and keyboarding familiarity required. Must be able to be reached by phone/pager and have a vehicle to transport and complete agency business. Evidence of understanding and empathy for the PWDD population. Ability to be flexible and work in a team environment. Excellent interpersonal, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills a must. Valid NYS Driver's License required according to OPWDD/Agency regulations, policies, practices and procedures.

Shift 5656 is Tues 1-9p, Wed 2-11p, Thurs 3-11p, Friday 4-11p, & Sat 3-11p.

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Unity House of Cayuga County

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