Lead Residential Counselor

Community Missions of Niagara Frontier Inc

Niagara Falls, NY, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Full Time

Job Description

Community Missions, has various Lead Residential Counselor positions throughout the agency; in both youth and adult services. The positions are responsible for the implementation of trauma informed and person-centered individualized service plans. In addition, they supervise daily activities and maintain a safe and supportive atmosphere for the residents. Lead Residential Counselors work closely with residents, their families, and a network of service providers to ensure the residents receive the necessary support to achieve their personal goals.

Key Responsibilities-

Conduct assessments of residents’ strengths and needs.
Develop and implement individualized care plans that address resident needs and goals
Monitor resident progress through regular follow-ups and adjust care plans as needed
Advocate for residents to ensure they receive appropriate services and support.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements and policies.
Assist residents with daily living activities, such as meal preparation, medication management, and cleaning.
Provide crisis intervention and support to residents in emergency situations
Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations
On-call responsibilities in rotation with a team (for some positions)
Hours include evening, weekend, and holidays.

Qualifications-

Bachelors degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field plus 1 year
professional experience in the human services field
Valid New York State Driver’s License with clean driving record

Positions Available-

(3) Senior Residence Counselor (Adult Division); $38,355-$42,764; Located in Niagara Falls, NY
(2) Team Leader (Youth Division); $39,915-$43,617; Located in Lockport, NY

Company DescriptionCommunity Missions of Niagara Frontier, Inc. (CMI) has provided a unique blend of services to address the needs of the Niagara community since its founding in 1925.

The agency serves a diverse set of populations including youth, adults, families, homeless, juvenile justice involved youth, youth and adults with psychiatric challenges, persons living with HIV/AIDS, trafficked youth and adults, and ex-offender parole individuals. In general, CMI serves a vulnerable population of individuals that, through a variety of circumstances, have been marginalized, overlooked and challenging in their presentations and behaviors.

Mission Statement
Community Missions provides integrated human services that meet people where they are and help them find and elevate their place in the world.

Community Missions’ Benefits:
Competitive pay with generous paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Agency contribution to health insurance plans (includes domestic partnerships)

Employee-contributable 403(B) retirement plans & supplemental insurances

Training, certification, and supervision for licensure opportunities

Strong internal promotion potential

Free parking at all work sites

Employee wellness programs

Staff appreciation and recognition events

Honored as one of WNY’s Healthiest Employers

Apply Today:
Make a direct impact in your community by joining a team that values care, compassion, and commitment.

Company Description

Community Missions of Niagara Frontier, Inc. (CMI) has provided a unique blend of services to address the needs of the Niagara community since its founding in 1925.\r\n\r\nThe agency serves a diverse set of populations including youth, adults, families, homeless, juvenile justice involved youth, youth and adults with psychiatric challenges, persons living with HIV/AIDS, trafficked youth and adults, and ex-offender parole individuals. In general, CMI serves a vulnerable population of individuals that, through a variety of circumstances, have been marginalized, overlooked and challenging in their presentations and behaviors.\r\n\r\nMission Statement\r\nCommunity Missions provides integrated human services that meet people where they are and help them find and elevate their place in the world.\r\n\r\nCommunity Missions’ Benefits:\r\nCompetitive pay with generous paid time off\r\n\r\nFlexible scheduling\r\n\r\nAgency contribution to health insurance plans (includes domestic partnerships)\r\n\r\nEmployee-contributable 403(B) retirement plans & supplemental insurances\r\n\r\nTraining, certification, and supervision for licensure opportunities\r\n\r\nStrong internal promotion potential\r\n\r\nFree parking at all work sites\r\n\r\nEmployee wellness programs\r\n\r\nStaff appreciation and recognition events\r\n\r\nHonored as one of WNY’s Healthiest Employers\r\n\r\nApply Today:\r\nMake a direct impact in your community by joining a team that values care, compassion, and commitment.