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Residential Counselor (part-time) - Swing Shift (55743)
Residential Counselor (part-time) - Swing Shift (55743)Aurora Mental Health & Recovery • Aurora, IL, US
Residential Counselor (part-time) - Swing Shift (55743)

Residential Counselor (part-time) - Swing Shift (55743)

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery • Aurora, IL, US
2 days ago
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  • Part-time
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Residential Counselor (part-time) - Swing Shift (55743)

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$18.87 / hr - $28.00 / hr

Description

Make a meaningful impact in your community as a Part-time Residential Counselor (30 hours / week, full benefits) with Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR). At Thomas House, you'll support community members and U.S. military veterans transitioning from inpatient hospitalization by providing crisis counseling, medication management, educational groups, and one-on-one support in a safe, therapeutic environment. Candidates should have strong communication and documentation skills. Join our dedicated team and help clients build stability and independence in their recovery journey.

Schedule. Our Residential Facilities are 24 / 7 and open every day of the year, and Residential Counselors work fully onsite / in person. Shifts are 10 hours in length, with the following shift available.

  • Swing Shift : Thursday-Saturday 1 : 00 pm - 11 : 30 pm

Salary for this role. Starting wage is based on experience and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.

  • $18.87 - $28.00 per hour

    • Shift Differential Pay. The afternoon or swing shift is from 3 pm to 11 pm. The evening shift is from 11 pm to 7 am. The Weekend day shift is from 7 am to 3 for Saturday and Sunday only.

  • Swing Weekday (Mon-Thurs) : $1.25 / hour
  • Swing Weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun) : $1.75 / hour
  • Day Weekend (Sat, Sun) : $1.00 / hour

    • Bilingual Language Differential Pay.

  • rate depends on language requirements for the position and the candidate's fluency.
  • Employees will receive scheduled earnings on a bi-weekly basis, equivalent to 5% of their regular base rate (hourly or salaried), with a maximum amount of $3,000.00 per calendar year. The annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full-time equivalency (FTE).

    • Essential Functions

  • Observe client behaviors and assess degree of improvement and / or deterioration in targeted problems and behaviors.
  • Share information regarding significant observations in client behaviors, affect or thought process with residential staff at shift change, with clinicians, psychiatrist, and residential supervisor.
  • Participate in implementation of individual treatment plans, including medication monitoring, UAs as ordered, and / or teaching of activities of daily living when appropriate.
  • Participate in emergency procedures and / or crisis intervention, as needed, contacting the appropriate resource for assistance and / or to determine a plan of action within required time frames.
  • Maintain consistency with clients to ensure appropriate milieu management.
  • May perform case management services, including linkage and monitoring.
  • May facilitate psychoeducational groups within residential services.
  • Participate in team conferences, client evaluation meetings and staff in-service training.
  • Chart on individual progress notes efficiently and regularly, all pertinent and meaningful observations and information.
  • Follow residential services policies and procedures regarding admissions, discharges, and client care.
  • Report maintenance needs of facility to residential supervisor to ensure safe environment for clients.
  • Maintain a balanced menu and performs grocery shopping duties, as needed, to ensure a regular food supply.
  • Complete periodic cleaning, as required, to maintain facility.
  • Transport clients to appointments or other activities, when necessary.
  • Residential Relief Counselor performs essential functions as outlined above on a relief / on-call basis.
  • Staff member will monitor and coordinate care for assigned clients in partnership with the other members of the clients care team.

    • Qualifications

    Requirements :

  • High school diploma / GED with a minimum of 6 months experience in mental healthcare and / or relevant population
  • Preferred : Associates or Bachelor's degree in human services field
  • Valid Colorado Driver's License with a driving record that meets the organization's requirements.
  • Required QMAP (Qualified Medication Administration Personnel). Must obtain QMAP certification within 30 days of hire. AMHR provides the required training, and employees must successfully pass the certification exam to meet this requirement.
  • Must possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain one within 30 days of hire.

    • Required Vaccination And TB Test.

    At AMHR, the health and safety of our clients and staff are our top priorities. As part of this commitment, all employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and present a negative TB test result before their first day of work . Proof of both the flu shot and a negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. A medical or religious exemption can be requested if necessary.

    Benefits

  • Health insurance : Kaiser
  • Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
  • Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • 403(b) retirement plan, which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
  • Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
  • The company observes 11 designated holidays each year. Exception : Employees working in 24 / 7 programs or facilities are scheduled to work their regular shifts if the holiday falls on their scheduled workday. In these cases, employees will receive their regular pay for hours worked plus holiday pay.
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary term life insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more

    • Our Mission, Vision and Core Values.

    Mission : Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.

    Vision : To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.

    Core Values : Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.

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