Residential Counselors generally work in structured living environments, such as substance use rehabilitation, sober living, mental health or youth behavioral facilities. They assist residents with meeting their goals and adapting their behaviors based on the specific situation and type of facility. They work directly with residents in one-on-one and group settings, providing support for daily activities and enforcing community rules. They also help residents maintain consistent routines.
Wat doet een Residential Counselor?
A Residential Counselor, or Rehab Residential Counselor, provides direct support and care to the residents of a facility. In your job description for a Residential Counselor, you may include duties such as helping to create and implement service plans for each resident, enforcing the guidelines established by the residential program and providing services for individuals in the residential program.
Verantwoordelijkheden
Een Residential Counselor moet in staat zijn om verschillende taken en verantwoordelijkheden te vervullen. Hieronder staan enkele taken en verantwoordelijkheden die een Residential Counselor moet kunnen uitvoeren:
Collaborating on care plans for new residents
Enforcing the facility’s rules, policies and routines
Documenting interactions with and observations about residents
Connecting residents and families with resources and services outside the facility
Benodigde vaardigheden
Een concurrerende Residential Counselor zal bepaalde vaardigheden en kwalificaties hebben, waaronder:
Strong verbal communication and active listening skills
Familiarity with the unique needs of residents
Crisis management skills
Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality and set appropriate professional boundaries
Soortgelijke aanbiedingen
Als u werft voor functies die gerelateerd zijn aan een Residential Counselor, bekijk dan onze functiebeschrijvingen voor vergelijkbare rollen:
