Mental Health Counselor- Transporter/Floater
Hillcrest Family Services
1 Positions
ID: 2384
Posted On 08/20/2021
Job Overview
Sign-on Bonus: Up to $1,000
Wage: Up to $18.75
About the Organization
Hillcrest Family Services is a non-profit organization that assists adults and children in need of help. Every day, Hillcrest builds confidence in hundreds of people and families. We strive to be a leading provider in supporting brain health and wellness. We’re a place where compassion is commonplace. Where our passion soars and faith restores.
About the Program
Hillcrest operates several 3-5 bed adult group homes for adults who have a mental health diagnosis. These homes often serve as a stepping stone from hospitalizations and institutionalization to independent living. These residences offer the following services:
- 24 hour staffing
- Individual counseling
- Care coordination
- Recreational activities (structured and unstructured)
- Medication management
- Instruction on daily living
Your Responsibilities
As a Mental Health Counselor- Transporter/Floater, for Hillcrest Family Services Adult Group Home in Dubuque, IA, your primary responsibilities include transporting clients to appointments and providing in-house case coordination and treatment planning for clients. You will also be responsible for providing support to the other Adult and Adolescent residential programs within Hillcrest, as and when needed. In addition, you will:
- Teaching necessary problem solving and independent living skills
- Providing provision of habilitation services for clients
- Assuring program treatment plans and IAP’s are updated on a quarterly basis
- Facilitate social recreation activities within the facility and the community
What you need
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license and auto insurance; ability to meet agency driving requirements
- Excellent time management, organization and flexibility
- Ability to communicate clearly, tactfully and professionally
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position
What Makes You Stand Out
- Experience working with adults who have chronic mental illness
Competitive compensation and benefits package including:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Tuition assistance
- Staff development and training
Additional Information
The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job posting are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines. A complete list of job duties may be requested at any time during the job application process.
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