Residential Counselor
Merakey

York, Pennsylvania

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Merakey, York, is currently seeking a 2nd shift Residential Counselor to join our team.

Position summary or overview. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following.

• Displays knowledge of and implements resident treatment plans. Participates in the treatment planning process as assigned.

• Engage consumers in appropriate life skills to develop abilities to live as independently as possible.

• Safely and respectfully manages agitated consumers with appropriate use of de-escalation techniques.

• Provide clear and accurate documentation.

• Provide care and treatment in a manner that considers the rights, safety, comfort and overall therapeutic environment for consumers.

• Report all consumer crisis and or unusual incidents immediately to the Program Director/ Supervisor.

• Support individuals in the performance of household activities (cleaning, organizing, laundry, etc).

• Teach and promote various activities of daily living (money management, hygiene, time management, keeping a schedule, social and leisure activities, etc).

• Assist in developing and implementing activities to increase skills in independent and community living, socialization/leisure time and to build on strengths to promote positive growth for the consumer.

ABOUT MERAKEY

Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider offering a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. We leverage our size and expertise to develop innovative solutions and new models of care to meet the needs of individuals, their families, public and private healthcare funders and community partner organizations.

The work of Merakey is anchored in the firm belief that it is every individual's right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment in their lives. Surrounding professional staff with the best in technology and supports, Merakey is a leader in the industry and remains committed to helping people...one individual at a time.

Benefits

Merakey offers flexible schedules, Medical, Dental, Vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans, tuition reimbursement, work/life balance, and so much more!

To fill out an on-line application: www.merakey.org/careers

Req # 72460

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Completed 12 semester hours of college training in a mental health-related field or has at least a high school diploma or equivalency and 6 months of formal training in mental health or a related field. Bachelor's degree in related field preferred. Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire. Experience with adults in residential and/or community settings is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled


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