Residential Counselor
Rock Creek Foundation is currently in search of Weekend Residential Counselors to work with courageous, high-functioning individuals with severe mental challenges in our residential homes in Silver Spring, MD. We offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a 403(b) plan with company match, paid sick and vacation days, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness & Engagement Program, a companywide Employee Recognition Program, professional development, and growth opportunities.
Available Schedules:
- Weekend (Live In): Alternating weekends; either 48 hours or 32 hours.
Must be CNA Certified for certain shifts
What You’ll Do:
- Assists in planning recreational activities.
- Counsels residents in identifying and resolving social or other problems.
- Responsible for medication administration, treatment plan implementation and household duties.
- Compiles records of daily activities of residents. Writes and submits incident reports as needed.
- Supervises group-sponsored trips and social functions.
- Ascertains need for and secures services of physician.
- Answers telephone and sorts and distributes mail.
- Escorts individuals on trips outside establishment for shopping or to obtain medical or dental services.
- Plans menus.
- Comply with COMAR, MHP and Company regulations.
- Implement resident rehabilitation plans and record appropriate data.
- Record and submit all necessary documentation for billing.
What We Require:
- High School Diploma (or equivalent) and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with Adults diagnosed with varying mental health and intellectual disabilities.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license with less than two (2) points as well as current automobile insurance.
- Able to obtain DDA med administration.
- Knowledge of Internet and Microsoft Office software
