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Counselor - Transitions (Tuesday - Saturday, 3 PM to 11 PM)
Mattapan Campus-LOC06Posted 5 days ago
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Job Description
- Works to help BPHC advance as an antiracist organization by meeting or exceeding the standards set by the BPHC Anti-Racism Policy.
- Ensures overall safety of client and program environment.
- Performs rounds throughout the unit. Searches clients for contraband upon arrival in unit.
- Intervenes to de-escalate conflict situations, anticipating potential conflict situations and intervening prior to crisis.
- Conducts informal counseling sessions to assess needs and make appropriate referrals to internal and external programs.
- Develops positive professional relationships with guests to facilitate care.
- Maintains stable environment by ensuring resident compliance with program rules and individual service plans.
- Performs urinalysis screening if necessary.
- Assists in overseeing and facilitation of support group meetings, NA/AA meetings, life skills and other training for residents.
- Trains and assists guests with daily living tasks as needed.
- Monitors and serves meals, coordinates food and other supplies, and supervises clean up after meals.
- Monitors and distributes linen and clothing supplies for guests.
- Attends required meetings and training sessions.
- Provides phone coverage as necessary.
- Transports clients via program van.
- Performs various administrative tasks such as maintaining accurate records, recording log notes and data entry.
- Performs other duties as assigned.