What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Counselor, Butterfly Lodge, Eve, Full Time position at Hackensack Meridian Health Carrier Clinic?
Hackensack Meridian Health Carrier Clinic’s East Mountain Youth Lodge provides a continuum of out of home residential treatment services for adolescents between the ages of 13-18. We provide 24 hour clinical, therapeutic treatment for emotional, behavioral, psychiatric and substance abuse difficulties based on the resident strengths and needs.
BUTTERFLY LODGE: A population of adolescent females with more of a mental health focus of treatment and more intense co-occurring substance abuse disorders. These youth more frequently struggle with depression, anxiety, psychosis and self-harmful behaviors including self-mutilation and/or suicidal ideation, gestures or attempts.
Residential Counselors uses a nurtured heart approach to provide supervision, behavior management, and counseling of the basic needs for the youth, Residential Counselors will build relationships and assist with developing our adolescence through support of behavior modules. Responsibilities include leading resident group meetings, coordinating recreation activities, and participating in other group functions.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university. Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field preferred.
- High School Diploma or Associates Degree AND 3 years’ experience providing direct care to youth in a behavioral health agency or similar setting.
Employee Benefits:
- Generous Paid Time Off and Sick Time
- Tuition Assistance
- Shift Differential Pay
- Medical, Dental, Prescription, Disability, and Life Insurance
- Paid Trainings
- Retirement Savings
Work Schedule:
14:45-23:15
Flexible schedule, weekend work required.
Location: Hackensack Meridian Health Carrier Clinic · EMYL Butterfly
Schedule: Full Time, Evenings