• Job Description

  Req#: 490915

  Catholic Charities is an organization that values helping others at any stage in their life, regardless of race, creed, or lifestyle. We place a special emphasis on helping those who are economically poor and the vulnerable. Catholic Charities is made up of multiple geographic and service-specific agencies. We are privileged to make a difference and love what we do. We value work-life balance and offer an extensive benefit package.

  We are currently hiring a Residence Counselor, to work in our Fulton & Montgomery Agency. As the Residence Counselor, you would be responsible for:

  • Develop and implement Individual Action Plans
  • Teach independent living skills such as nutrition, housekeeping skills, personal hygiene, money management, etc.
  • Demonstrate appropriate assessment skills and crisis intervention
  • Encourage residents to develop appropriate social skills and participate in recreational and leisure time activities
  • Attend and participate in staff meetings and trainings
  • Foster open communication, and show understanding, support, and respect to all residents
  • Provide appropriate supervision to residents when taking medications.
  • Follow emergency on call procedures ( a. Be alert to potential crisis, intervene and make appropriate notifications b. Demonstrate appropriate assessment skills and crisis intervention.

  Residence Counselor Minimum Salary: $17.00 per hour

  Residence Counselor Maximum Salary: $17.00 per hour

  Residence Counselor Schedule: Varies based on the program needs

  • Night, weekend, and overnight shifts are available
  • Full Time Position: minimum hours 30 hours/week, maximum hours 130 hours/month
  • Gloversville & Johnstown locations

  Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid NYS drivers license
  • First Aid/CPR certified (preferred)

  Benefits:

  • Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Retirement planning options
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)
  • Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)

  Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:

  Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

  Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights

  Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

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