RISE Housing and Support Services has an entry-level opportunity for an empathetic, insightful, and dedicated individual to join our Supported Housing Apartment team. A successful candidate will be able to navigate the daily duties of the program while keeping their focus on offering high-quality support and advocacy their assigned caseload, as they work to manage the life challenges their mental health diagnoses have presented.
RISE offers a starting Supported Housing Apartment Counselor I:
- A rate of $21.12 per hour on a 36 hour workweek
- $1500 bonus after 6 months of employment
- Opportunities for overtime
- A generous time off package: In your 1st year, earn up to 2 weeks of vacation time, 3 weeks of combined sick and personal time, enjoy up to 11 holidays, and a day off for your birthday
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and many other benefits
- An opportunity to gain experience in a human services field in a growing organization that likes to promote from within
- A family-friendly atmosphere with wellness time, paid lunch hours, and recognition for your hard work and achievements
Overview of Job Responsibilities:
- Collaborating with program residents to create, manage and achieve their goals
- Supervising residents’ daily living activities and apartment management to maintain a clean, safe, and supportive environment
- Responding to resident needs and connecting to services as needed
- Maintaining current and accurate documentation on resident progress
- Modeling positive and appropriate behaviors for residents
To qualify you must have:
- An understanding of human services and the dedication to learn
- A willingness to do what needs to be done to meet the goals of the program
- An ability to operate independently, think on your feet, and follow your training
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong interpersonal boundaries
- Our shared belief system in areas such as compassion, respect, positivity, and inclusion
- Clearance with all relevant background checks as per RISE policies and governing regulations
- A valid NY State Driver’s License and a driving record acceptable to the RISE automotive program
To start on the road to advancing your career in human services at our growing non-profit, submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.
RISE Housing and Support Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.