******$1,000 Sign On Bonus Available!******

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a full-time Residential Counselor who has working knowledge of mental health diagnoses, have competent computer skills for electronic documentation, and be able to work successfully with both clients and treatment teams. Residential Counselors assist our clients with successfully maintaining semi-independent housing in this group home setting.

The shift/schedule for the position is Monday - Friday Swing Shift 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm. Bachelors degree in a human service field preferred. Will consider candidate with a minimum of 3 years relevant professional experience in lieu of degree.

$1,000 Sign On Bonus Available! *Not eligible for internal candidates

Based on full time (40 hours/week). Prorate if less than 40 hours/week. Paid in two installments: 50% on first paycheck, 50% on paycheck following 6-month anniversary.

Salary for this role. Starting wage is based on experience and company equity.

• $17.17 - $25.75 per hour

Bilingual Language Differential Pay. *rate depends on language requirements for the position and candidate's fluency.

• 5% of base salary up to a maximum of $3,000/year

About the team.

Mrachek House counselors assist our clients with crisis counseling, identifying community resources, medication management, and employment searches. They also collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment teams throughout our agency.

Responsibilities:

• Observe client behaviors and assess degree of improvement and/or deterioration in targeted problems and behaviors.
• Share information regarding significant observations in client behaviors, affect or thought process with residential staff at shift change, with clinicians, psychiatrist, and residential supervisor.
• Participate in implementation of individual treatment plans, including medication monitoring, UAs as ordered, and/or teaching of activities of daily living when appropriate.
• Participate in emergency procedures and/or crisis intervention, as needed, contacting the appropriate resource for assistance and/or to determine a plan of action within required time frames.
• Maintain consistency with clients to ensure appropriate milieu management.
• May perform case management services, including linkage and monitoring.
• May facilitate psychoeducational groups within residential services.
• Participate in team conferences, client evaluation meetings and staff in-service training.
• Chart on individual progress notes efficiently and regularly, all pertinent and meaningful observations and information.
• Follow residential services policies and procedures regarding admissions, discharges, and client care.
• Report maintenance needs of facility to residential supervisor to ensure safe environment for clients.
• Maintain a balanced menu and performs grocery shopping duties, as needed, to ensure a regular food supply.
• Complete periodic cleaning, as required, to maintain facility.
• Transport clients to appointments or other activities, when necessary.
• Residential Relief Counselor performs essential functions as outlined above on a relief/on-call basis.
• Staff member will monitor and coordinate care for assigned clients in partnership with the other members of the clients care team.

Requirements:

• High school diploma/GED with minimum 6 months experience in mental healthcare and/or relevant population
• Preferred: Associates or Bachelors degree in human services field
• Valid drivers license and clean driving record
• Must have QMAP or be willing to obtain within first 30 days

Required Vaccinations and TB Test.

AMHR has prioritized the health and safety of our clients and staff and requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, receive an annual influenza (flu) shot, and receive negative TB test results prior to their first day of hire. Proof of both vaccinations and negative TB test will be required upon your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions may be requested for either COVID 19 vaccine, annual flu shot and TB test.

Benefits:

• Health insurance: Kaiser
• Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability coverage*
• 403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
• Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, plus 10 Paid Company Holidays, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Short term disability*

• Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more

Our Mission, Vision and Core Values.

Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.

Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.

Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AMHR and subsidiaries are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We are committed to maintaining an environment that respects the dignity of each individual in our community. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.

Diversity Statement.

We are committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to ensure that it is interwoven into the fabric of our organization. We support and nourish an inclusive and welcoming environment for employees from diverse backgrounds.