Job Application - Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston

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Counselor Assistant

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Catholic Charities of Steuben/Livingston is growing and seeking a Counselor Assistant to join our Team.

If you're looking for an opportunity to express and explore your passion for helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference DAILY, in people's lives. We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful candidates who have enthusiasm for helping people. We have supportive leadership who invest in our people and provide opportunities for employees to thrive, grow and learn. Don't miss out on being a part of something special!

Position Title:  Counselor Assistant

Salary: $16.50-17.50

Schedule: Per Diem

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston has a Per Diem Counselor Assistant/Case Manager available in Bath, NY. The Counselor Assistant assists in the care of residents and, provides support with the daily operation of the facility. The counselor assistant provides person centered care coordination and case management to residents.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

·       Gets involved in resident’s daily activities, observes behavior, and insures the maintenance of appropriate conduct.

·       Always provides for the safety and integrity of the facility and its residents.

·       Ensure all records are locked and medications are stored and monitored according to program policy.

·       Ensures the adherence of confidentiality regulations.

·       Provides referral and care coordination services to residents and communicates with resident’s appropriate service providers.

·       Provides psychoeducation and training to residents in living skills.

·       Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with residents, staff, and community professionals and documents according to reporting and recordkeeping policies.

·       Participates in the development and maintenance of the therapeutic community.

·       Provides basic crisis management as needed and addresses concerns with appropriate clinical staff members and external treatment providers as appropriate.

·       Transports residents in agency vehicles to program related activities.

·       Uses the daily log and progress notes to communicate information gathered during assigned shifts.

·       Provides screening, intake, and orientation services to residents.

·       Co-facilitate groups with CASAC level or higher, as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor.

·       Meets one on one with a caseload of residents for provision of case management services and prepares progress notes at least once per week reflecting on the goals and objectives of the resident’s service plan.

·       Provides comprehensive case management services and complete access to community services for legal, mental health, social services, vocational assessments, and misc. needs.

·       Responsible for ensuring compliant recordkeeping.

·       Participates in supervision sessions actively and professional development/ training.

·       Adheres to Agency policies and procedures, performs other related tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum High School Diploma or GED required. Associate degree in human service-related field, or CASAC-T preferred.

Two years of prior experience in substance abuse or related human service field required.

As per Justice Center recommendations, all counselor assistants must be 21 years of age or older.

What you will get:

Catholic Charities of Steuben/Livingston offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program.

·       Salary: $16.50-17.50/hr.

·       This position is on a Per Diem basis. We believe in work-life balance!

·       Paid Time Off, 10 days to start, 15 days after 1^st Anniversary.

·       Holidays 12-14 paid holidays

·       Medical Insurance

·       Dental Insurance

·       Vision Insurance

·       Life Insurance

·       Short-Term Disability

·       Long-Term Disability

·       Critical Illness Insurance

·       Supplemental Insurance

·       Flexible Spending Account

·       Health Savings Account

·       Legal Plan

·       Identity Plan

·       Employee Assistance Program

·       6% Pension

·       Employee 401(k)

·       My Better Benefits – provides discounts and savings on thousands of products and services.

Our hiring process and timeline:

·       Applications will be reviewed regularly until the position is filled.

·       Phone screenings will be conducted with qualified candidates.

·       In-person one-hour interviews will be conducted with candidates who advance after the phone screening

·       In-person interviews are typically with 2-4 Interviewers

***Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agencies and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet