Residential Counselor at Merakey Education Autism Services

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Aug, 26

Salary

18.82

Posted On

22 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Budgeting, Housekeeping, Health Management, Vocational Support, Crisis Intervention, Resident Transport, Goal Plan Implementation, Case Reporting, Mental Health Support

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put our heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking Residential Counselors to join our team at our program in Philadelphia, PA Tuesday-Saturday 4pm-12am (Afton St). Position Details The Residential Counselor will provide direction and assistance to consumers residing in the Community Residential Rehab (CRR) programs. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following: * Assist with nutrition, housekeeping, budgeting, hygiene, self-care, home safety, social interaction, exercise, health management, and vocational. * Transport residents to appointments and outings. * Implement appropriate parts of each resident's goal plan as instructed by the treatment team or supervisor. * Report the resident's progress to the appropriate clinician. Earn $18.82 an hour with the selection of enhanced pay. Benefits Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including: * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support. * Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions. * DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it! * On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources. * Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services. * Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). * Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships. * Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle. * Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes. Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits [https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits] About Merakey Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. [https://youtu.be/MD3KtxmS7qo] Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. 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. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply! Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: * High School Diploma or GED is required. * Must have a valid driver's license with a clean record. * One year of mental health experience with adults preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direction and daily living assistance to consumers in Community Residential Rehab programs, including support with hygiene, nutrition, and budgeting. Implement resident goal plans and transport individuals to various appointments and outings.