Overviewnn*NEW PAY RATES - UP TO $19.15/HR! Part time & Per Diem Positions Available with flexible scheduling!nnUnder general supervision, the Residence Counselor is responsible for guidance and well-being of residents with psychiatric disabilities in a community residence (group home). Staff are teachers of skills with the goal of increasing resident’s independence. Staff follow individual service plans that support each resident’s goals in areas such as meal preparation, medication management, socialization, household cleaning, grocery shopping, community integration, recreation, symptom management, health awareness, and other activities. Staff work cooperatively and flexibly with the Site Supervisor and Senior Counselor to meet the needs of the residents, the goals of the program, and all deadlines.nnResponsibilitiesnnConsults routinely with case managers and residents to develop, monitor and modify service plans.nnDocuments the implementation of resident service plans following agency practices.nnServes as a role model to residents to encourage increased independence.nnProvides supervision of resident self-administration of medications, following agency practices.nnMakes timely decisions in both crisis and non-crisis situations by using good judgement and accepting input from providers, appropriate staff, resident and significant others.nnAssists at other Community Residence sites as needed.nnAssists in grocery shopping for the house as needed.nnQualificationsnnHigh school diploma, GED or ability to pass written TABE test.nnCPR and first aid certification or the ability to complete certification at first opportunity presented by employer required.nnExperience in a human services field, or working with adults with mental health disabilities strongly preferred.nnMust possess a valid and clean NYS driver’s’ license. Must participate in the NYS LENS program (License Event Notification) and remain compliant throughout employment.nnPositive, customer-focused attitude.nnAbility to motivate and assist residents with their daily goal plans and chores.nnEffective communication skills (verbal, written, listening).nnPHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONSnnAbility to lift up to 35 lbs.nnAbility to assist residents in pursuit of their daily activities.nnBenefits/CompensationnnPay Range $18.62 - $19.15 / hournnExcellent medical, dental, prescription and vision insurancennDisability coveragennTuition Reimbursement Programnn401(k) Retirement/Pension PlansnnDiscounted Gym MembershipnnFree Loretto Health Clinic VisitsnnPaid Time-Off AccrualnnFun events for employeesnnConvenient locations with free parkingnnEmployee Coaches - to help you achieve life goalsnnDiaper Assistance ProgramnnOpportunity for career growth and movement within 19 sitesnnConnect With Us! ( : Address4810 South Salina StreetnnJob Location - Site : CitySyracusennJob Location - Site : State/ProvinceNYnnLocation : Postal Code13205nnMin WageUSD $18.62/Hr.nnMax WageUSD $19.15/Hr.nnCategoryAide/CaregivernnEmployment TypeFull-Time/Part-Time/Per Diem