Senior Residential Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

At Jefferson Center, it is our policy and our mission to be inclusive and mindful of the diversity of everyone who comes through our doors. We are passionate about building a community where mental health matters and equitable care is accessible to all races, ethnicities, abilities, socioeconomic statuses, ages, sexual orientations, gender expressions, religions, cultures, and languages.

The Senior Residential Counselor is responsible for maintaining milieu structure and ensuring that staff follow program rules and procedures of the residential program. Responsible for direct supervision of clients and providing guidance and training for milieu staff. Responsible for the approval of all admissions and discharges. Responsible for ensuring that the treatment schedule is followed by program staff and that variety of client needs are met through delegation and crisis management.

Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required :

• High School Diploma, GED, or bachelor’s degree in a related field (psychology, counseling, human services, or social work) and at least one year of documented work experience in behavioral health, preferably in substance abuse treatment.
• Applicant must already be working towards addiction certification and be able to obtain CAT or CAS within six (6) months of hire. Supervisory experience preferred as this is a leadership role.
• Applicants with pre-existing addiction certification preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Hold existing QMAP Certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire (provided internally).
• Current CPR / First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire (provided internally).
• Valid Driver's License with a driving record that meets agency requirements.

Essential Duties :

Other Duties (Productivity Performance Measures, Professional Growth / Development, Relationships / Communication)

Adaptability to staffing needs : In the event of a staffing crisis or emergency, the employee may need to be deployed to another unit / team, whether working with adults or youth, within Jefferson Center for which they are qualified and credentialed, as determined by leadership.

Note : Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

Salary Grade 12 – $57,200 to $61,360

Additional Salary Information

Application Deadline : 10 / 16 / 2025. Review of applications will begin immediately.