We are seeking Residential Counselors who have a passion for providing support to marginalized, disabled residents of the District of Columbia. The prospective employee will work independently, providing mental health services to a caseload of an average of 7-8 mentally ill adults in a home that would include: Housekeeping skills, cooking/meal preparation, nutrition, medication management, interpersonal skills, setting boundaries skills, crisis intervention, etc. Must have a minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years experience with the chronically mentally ill and/or dual diagnosed adult population.  Must be certified in First Aid, CPR and the Heimlich maneuver. Must have (or immediately begin the process to obtain) a Food Sanitation permit.

 

Position Title:	Residential Counselors
Date Posted:	12/10/08
Applicants should email their resume to:	dmartin@ccdc1.org
Term of Employment:	Regular
Type of Employment:	Full Time
Approximate Hours per week:	Work hours (i.e. shift): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, weekend
Start Date:	Immediate
Starting salary range:	$12.00 p/hr
Education (minimum):	High School or equivalent
Experience level (minimum):	1-3 years
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