PGBH Residential Counselor Job Fair *Invitation Only* (Personal Services)

YOU ARE INVITED TO OUR ANNUAL PGBH RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR JOB FAIR on Thursday, November 7th!

We are hiring Residential Counselors to work part-time at our residential houses in Prince George's County, MD. 

We will be conducting on the spot interviews and extending job offers!!  Come join us for a potential start date of Nov. 18th!

***You will receive an invitation once you register/apply for this event.**

Available Shifts:

PRN/On-Call:

• Hours will vary

Part Time:

• Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• Monday - Friday 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Monday - Friday 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• Sat & Sun 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Every other weekend
• Sat & Sun 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM Every other weekend

Hourly Rate:  $15.00

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in the assessment of clients' rehabilitative service needs and in the development, implementation and monitoring of the individual's rehabilitation plan
• Coordinates activities and delivers rehabilitation and support services which address individual client goals and objectives contained within the client's rehabilitation plan which are directed toward the development or restoration of independent living skills. 
• Such activities may include the development or restoration of self care skills including personal hygiene, grooming, menu planning and preparation, socialization skills, independent living skills, including the maintenance of the individual's living environment, community awareness, mobility skills and/or money management. 
• The Residential Counselor may be privileged to provide health teaching and prevention of communicable diseases.
• Provides basic supervision in home-like environments for individuals with varying levels of mental illness.
• Coordinates activities which promote community integration. 
• Communicates with program staff regarding client progress.
• Documents service delivery and prepares daily billing statements as directed.
• As needed, and when privileged, monitors client self administration of prescribed medication, provides for safe storage of medications and monitors client reaction to medication, taking appropriate action when necessary.  May also provide reinforcing education on the role and effects of medication in symptom management. 
• As needed, and when privileged, provides basic health teaching in areas including nutrition, exercise, dental care, substance abuse prevention, prevention of injury and illness at home and in the community, and the prevention of communicable disease; including the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases and blood borne pathogens including, HIV/AIDS.
• Ensures assigned vehicles are maintained appropriately.
• Collects and records data as required.  Monitor resident and program documentation.
• Participates in discharge planning and the provision of follow-along services when appropriate.
• Attends staff meetings, training, house and program meetings as required.
• Ensures client and program compliance with VOAC policies and procedures. 
• Responsible for maintaining homes inspection ready and reporting problems to the Residential Coordinator.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• The successful applicant will have a High School Diploma or GED

• Must have at least two years of experience working in a mental health residential setting and/or social service related field. This may include some related post high school education. 

• A Bachelor's Degree in related field or Registered Nurse licensure with at least 1 year experience providing rehabilitative services or working with persons with chronic mental illness is preferred.

• The Residential Counselor is responsible for driving and/or transporting clients.    

• A Valid driver's license and qualified driver per company policy

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work in a fast healthcare environment

• Experience with Microsoft Suite (Power-point, Excel, Word etc)

• Bilingual in any language a plus