Columbus House, Inc.
Job Posting: Part Time, FLSA Non-Exempt, Essential
Residential Counselor
VEVRAA Federal Contractor: Priority Referrals of Protected Veterans Requested
Qualifications
This is a residential setting for a male only candidate. Individual must have: demonstrated the ability to manage, motivate, direct and counsel consumers; possessed of time management and organizational skills; a complete knowledge base of all aspects of the delivery of residential services for the homeless population; competent in recognizing and dealing appropriately with mental health, substance abuse, and dual diagnosis issues; knowledgeable of the area network providers; a high school graduate, college graduate preferred; valid Drivers’ license with good driving record; computer literate; culturally competent; must possess the capacity to work within a team and foster teamwork; must have a demonstrated understanding of crisis intervention skills, confidentiality, boundaries, and universal precautions; able to foster a Harm Reduction philosophy within the work environment; strong empathic skills. Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred. Reliability and punctuality are essential.
Responsibilities
Supervise up to 17 male clients to ensure compliance with all house rules on an on-call basis. Counsel clients to assist them with following their recovery service plans. Assist in ensuring security of the shelter building. Attend/share all required Columbus House and network meetings; complete all required reports; oversee intake, departures, and daily roster and programs; work in concert with Columbus House Managers and Directors; adhere closely to scheduled shift start times and remain on duty until replacement has arrived.
Supervised by: Recovery House Coordinator
Pay Scale: $13.66/hr. no benefits
Schedule: Friday and Saturday 12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.
How to apply (choose only one; indicate where you saw posting):
*Email your resume and a cover letter to hr@columbushouse.org
*Send your resume and a cover letter to Human Resources Generalist, Columbus House Inc., P.O. Box 7093, New Haven CT 06519
*Fax your resume and a cover letter to 203-773-1430
*Apply via our site
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.