Residential Counselor I - Harbor House
Nashville, TN 
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Posted 30 days ago
Job Description

Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people's lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings.

Centerstone, a trauma-informed organization, endorses an organizational culture built on understanding, recognizing and responding to those affected by trauma to strengthen resilience for our clients, staff and community. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!


Job Description:

Job Qualifications: High school diploma; experience with mental health treatment and preferably residential services

Summary of Job: Provides support, assistance, psycho-social education and supervision to Adult Residential Services residents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervise and monitor residents' compliance with Program rules and behavioral expectations. Re-direct residents on non-compliance with rules and expectations and refer major incidents of non-compliance to the Residential Coordinator. Supervise, educate on and monitor residents' self-medication procedures and document in residents' charts. Is responsible for keeping file and closet locked while on duty. Review referral information as it is presented to help determine eligibility for admission and continued stay for Supported Housing and Crisis Respite where relevant Complete authorizations for stay as needed with each Managed Care Company Supervise meal preparation and compliance of residents with dietary guidelines, providing education as needed. Receive and dispense residents' funds from locked filing cabinet in office as needed and document all money received and given to residents in residents' charts. Inform the Residential Coordinator of any needed household supplies or household repairs. Plan and supervise psycho-educational activities recreational activities during residents' free time and provide van transportation on outings. Inform Residential Coordinator of all medical emergencies, crisis situations with residents or any disruptions in program operation. Receive briefing at beginning of shift from Residential Coordinator or other staff and provide briefing to other staff at end of shift. Document a progress note on each resident once per shift and at any time there is a significant incident. Attend all Program staff meetings and all scheduled staff development activities. Conduct room inspections as needed to monitor and educate on cleanliness of rooms, residents' compliance with hygiene/grooming and household task completion. Report all resident grievances to Residential Coordinator. Perform other duties as assigned. Each residential program within Adult Residential Services will provide a safe, comfortable supervised housing option for mental health consumers, and assist consumers in reaching and maintaining stabilization of symptoms, while encouraging consumers to assume increasing responsibility for their lives.

Supervisory Responsibilities for: none

Compliance requirement for annual completion of Catalytic Coaching and KPI forms

Regular and Reliable Attendance is required

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

All other duties as assigned.

Schedule: must be able to work Monday - Friday, 2:30pm to 8:30pm along with 2 weekends a months.

Time Type:

Part time

Entry Pay Range:

$13.70--$17.09

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

  • Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • 403b retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off and ten paid holidays
  • AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee resource groups
  • Continuing education opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.

Our approach to diversity is simple-it's about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.


Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Part Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
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