Residential Counselor - Riverbend Community Mental Health

Residential Counselors

Riverbend Community Mental Health, Inc., one of the largest providers of community-based behavioral health services in New Hampshire, is seeking full-time people to work in our residential program. We have a variety of Concord area locations and are looking to fill second shift hours of 3:00pm-11:00pm. Come work with our dedicated staff supporting our wonderful residents.

As a Residential Counselor, you’ll be responsible for providing services and support to individuals living with mental illness, assisting them in their recovery, and helping them attain the goals they have set for themselves. If you are flexible — and possess excellent administrative and clinical skills — this could be a great opportunity!

Throughout the program we offer group home living, as well as more independent living, where residents, with the support of staff, manage their own individual apartments within the group home setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine residential operations, including community integration and apartment hygiene.
• Assist in managing activities and medication supervision services.
• Support residents in working towards their residential goals.
• Ensure the safety of residents and other staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, rehabilitation, education, or human services is preferred.
• One year of related work experience preferred
• Flexibility to work different shifts, and some holidays
• A valid driver’s license and personal vehicle with auto insurance is required
• CPR certification, or willingness to become certified is required
• He-M 1202 (medication management) certification, or willingness to become certified is required.

About Riverbend

Founded in 1963, Riverbend Community Mental Health is a private, nonprofit organization providing specialized behavioral health services in central New Hampshire. Core services include 24/7 emergency mobile crisis services; addiction counseling; counseling services for children, adults, and families; and community support, vocational services, and residential programs for adults and seniors. Evidence-based models of treatment guide all our work, and we strongly believe in the power of self-directed growth and recovery.

About working at Riverbend

This is a full-time position with a competitive pay rate and an outstanding benefits package including:

• Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance
• 403(b) with company match
• Tax-free flexible spending accounts for daycare or medical expenses
• Clinical supervision and CE training to support licensure
• 4 weeks of earned time in first year, higher accrual rate after year 1
• 8 holidays per year
• Business casual attire
• Tuition discounts with partner universities
• Student Federal Loan Forgiveness participation site

You’ll be joining a team of focused, hard-working, creative people who are passionate about the role they play in serving the mental health needs of the greater Concord community. Riverbend is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a safe, inclusive working environment for people of all backgrounds.

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