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At-Will Residential Counselor

Employer
City Of Alexandria Virginia
Location
Alexandria, VA
Salary
$19.46 - $31.99 Hourly
Closing date
May 24, 2021

Job Details

Residential Counselor

(7 At-Will Positions)

The City of Alexandria is located in northern Virginia and is bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington and Fairfax counties. With a population of approximately 150,000 and a land area of 15.75 square miles, Alexandria is the seventh largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Alexandria has a charming waterfront and is a unique and historic place to live and work. About one-quarter square miles in the city have been designated as a national or local historic district. We proudly embrace our rich history and seize the endless opportunities that lie ahead. If you are interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Residential Counselor positions.

An Overview
Provides residential services to individuals with serious mental illnesses, substance abuse disorders and/or developmental disabilities, completes assessments, provide information to develop service plans, provide assistance and training in daily living skills.

What You Should Bring
Good knowledge of large household coordination and maintenance; good knowledge of the nature of mental illness, intellectual disabilities, or developmental delay and the role of residential support services; empathy with the problems of people with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, or developmental delay; ability to identify behavior which indicates movement toward a crisis situation; ability to plan and supervise the work of clients; ability to instruct clients in basic living skills and to identify progress and learning requirements; ability to obtain the cooperation of clients in difficult situations; ability to understand the needs and abilities of mentally ill or intellectual disabled citizens; and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.

The Opportunity
  • Completes all applicable assessment documents to develop individualized service plans; write weekly progress notes. Maintains clinical records following all applicable licensing and Medicaid regulations.
  • Instructs and guides residents in the completion of tasks to ensure the development of skills and confidence, and monitors, evaluates and records resident’s performance through written progress notes.
  • Monitors medication management of residents by observation and reporting medication concerns to treatment team and/or supervisor; participates in treatment team meetings.
  • Assist residents in planning recreational and educational activities.
  • Identifies and responds to personal emergencies and crisis with referral to appropriate community resources and treatment team.
  • Reports all maintenance issues of the facility.
  • Assist residents with grocery shopping, cooking, cleaning, and other ADL skill building.
  • Provides transportation for residents using City Vehicles.
  • Work at least one shift monthly..

About the Department
The Center for Adult Services (CAS) provides programs and services in Aging; Adult Protective Services; Clinical & Emergency Services; and Community & Residential Support Services for seniors and for persons with mental illness, intellectual disabilities and substance use disorders. CAS provides compassionate and effective person-centered services based on best practices. Our teams support self-determination, safety and recovery for Alexandria residents affected by abuse, neglect, mental illness, intellectual disabilities and substance use disorders.

Minimum & Additional Requirements

High School Diploma or GED plus completion of post-high-school training/education pertaining to behavioral health, medical health, substance abuse and/or mental health; at least one year of direct work experience with individuals with an Intellectual Disability, and/or a Mental Illness, and/or a Substance Abuse/Dependence issue; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Employees in this class must possess the credential QMHP-A approved by the Virginia Board of Counseling and a valid driver's license issued in the state of their residence.

Preferred Qualifications

Possession of a Bachelors’ degree in a social science field and one year of experience working with individuals suffering from mental illnesses and/or substance abuse disorder. Meet the criteria for Qualified Mental Health Professional status.

Notes

This position requires the successful completion of pre-employment background checks including but not limited to: FBI/Federal Records Check; VA State Child Abuse/Neglect Registry; Medicare/Medicaid Fraud Database; education/certifications; drug screening; and driver's license.
Schedule
Various Shifts

As an Essential Employee, staff will be expected to be at work during weekends, holidays, or inclement weather if they have been scheduled.

Company

The City of Alexandria is an award-winning, innovative, and progressive local government that brings together elected leaders, residents, businesses, and staff to foster a thriving community.  We are an independent, full-service city, providing the services typically operated by both counties and cities in areas such as public safety, transportation, human services, parks and recreation, planning, and administration. We offer a wide range of exciting career opportunities in a variety of fields, with the resources and expertise to succeed.  In Alexandria, employees are our most important asset, and we work hard to create and support a culture that delivers excellence through the shared values of respect, integrity, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Our employees have access to excellent medical, dental, vision, life insurance and other benefits.  Alexandria provides a defined-benefit pension and offers six weeks of paid parental leave to employees who become parents through birth, adoption or foster care.

We offer a robust wellness program, interdepartmental rotation program, tuition assistance funding and professional development program that helps employees obtain the knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience to enhance their professional and personal growth.

With a population of approximately 160,000 and a land area of 16 square miles, Alexandria is the seventh largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Located on the Potomac River across from Washington, D.C., Alexandria is known for its beautifully preserved 18th- and 19th-century architecture, charming waterfront, high-tech economy, vibrant retail and restaurant corridors and diverse neighborhoods. We are a unique and historic community, and we continue to innovate for the 21st century.

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