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About the Role
The Residential Counselor is a Direct Service member of the Residential Team, providing quality care to residents to facilitate growth and development of necessary independent living skills through training and assistance in core service areas. This role aligns with Individualized Service Plans, certifying/regulatory bodies, and Gateway's goals.
Responsibilities
- Record, monitor, and review Individual Service Plans/Residential Habilitation Plans for assigned caseload.
- Record Progress Notes monthly on Individual Service Plan goals and objectives, and residents' progress.
- Carry out specific program activities with residents in accordance with the established Individual Service Plan.
- Ensure provisions of care are directly related to the Individual Service Plan and individualized plan of nursing services, including medication administration.
- Work with residents on goals and daily living skills to foster growth and independence per Individual Service Plans.
- Conduct scheduled visits with residents.
- Train, assist, and monitor residents in social skills, personal budget development, menu planning, food shopping, public transportation use, and recreational activities.
- Provide a supportive environment and function as a positive role model through appropriate dress and behavior.
- Supervise residents in performing general housekeeping duties to ensure cleanliness and a safe living environment.
- Provide assistance and training as needed.
- Provide necessary transportation when public transportation is not available.
- Counsel residents during crisis situations.
- Advise the Residential Manager of crisis situations and report incidents per agency and regulatory requirements.
- Observe and record in the log book and case notes unusual behavior, incidents, medical problems, upcoming appointments, and program changes.
- Maintain all medical, financial, and program records for assigned caseload under the guidance of Residential Management.
- Ensure that medical documentation for assigned residents is up to date and properly documented and stored.
- Monitor financial records for assigned residents.
- Assist residents with fund usage and adherence to agency and regulatory guidelines.
- Report issues to the Residential Manager.
- Ensure records for all assigned residents are kept up to date.
- Submit Progress Notes in a timely manner.
- Document, submit, and store any resident incident reports in the appropriate location.
- Conduct Health & Safety Inspections and Fire Drills of residence.
- Report concerns to the Residential Manager.
- Monitor medications for residents as needed under the guidance of Residential Management.
- Administer medications accurately under the supervision of the Residential Manager and per Individualized Service Plans and nursing plans.
- Follow all agency and regulatory guidelines for proper administration and documentation.
- Ensure residents are taking medications correctly.
- Document and report any issues with medication administration to the Residential Manager and Residential Nurse.
- Ensure all scripts are up to date and filled.
- Properly dispose of any unneeded or expired medications.
- Complete all required trainings and certifications including annual Regulatory Training, CPR certification, and Medication Administration Certification (AMAP) when assigned.
- Complete certification renewals in a timely manner.
- Maintain a work environment in a clean, organized, and safe manner.
- Conduct daily inspections of work areas to look for unsafe conditions.
- Use all required safety devices and personal protective equipment.
- Actively participate in health and safety practices and accident prevention.
- Ensure all accidents are reported to supervisor and Human Resources.
- Be familiar with the Health & Safety Program and abide by all safety and health rules, work practices, and regulations.
- Demonstrate positive work attitudes and habits.
- Maintain a clean and neat appearance consistent with agency standards and act as a role model.
- Attend all required meetings and trainings.
- Participate in training programs for professional growth as scheduled and approved.
- Responsible for understanding and adhering to Gateway Hudson Valley’s Corporate Compliance Policy and Standards of Conduct as well as all applicable program rules, regulations and policies.
- Keep abreast of any changes or modifications to policies or regulations.
- Ensure that all staff are knowledgeable of applicable regulations, laws, and policies.
Requirements
- Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License and maintain a driving record which meets the insurable criteria of the Agency’s automobile insurance carrier.
- Must have a favorable result from all state, federal, and agency mandated background checks.
- Must be able to sit or stand for up to 8 hours per day.
- Must be able to bend at the waist or kneel occasionally.
- Must be able to bend and use hands, wrists, and fingers with full range of motion.
- May occasionally be required to lift packages: 25-50 pounds as needed.
- Must be able to perform CPR in emergency situation and for regular recertification.
Skills
- CPR/First Aid
- Medication Administration (AMAP)
Location
- Catskill, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 1+ years of experience preferred
Education Level
- High School Diploma
Salary/Compensations
- $18.01 - $20.71 Hourly
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Life Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement
- Holidays
- Generous PTO
About the Company
- When you work for Gateway Hudson Valley, you make a difference in people’s lives.
- Our Vision: To be a leader in supporting individuals as they strive to achieve a hopeful, satisfying, active, and contributing life.
Equal Opportunity
- Gateway Hudson Valley is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
- Employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected by law.