Residential Counselor

Residential Counselor – Make a Daily Impact in Someone’s Life



At BHcare, we believe that every individual deserves support, dignity, and a safe path to independence. We’re seeking a compassionate and motivated Residential Counselor to join our team and provide hands-on support, skill-building, and emotional encouragement to adults working toward greater self-sufficiency and community integration.

This position is a part-time position, 32 hours per week. The schedule is Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 4pm-12am. 



What You’ll Do:

• Provide daily living assistance including hygiene, meal planning, medication protocols, cleaning, and budgeting

• Develop and implement individual recovery plans in coordination with clients, treatment teams, and natural supports

• Facilitate rehabilitation groups and provide interventions to help clients build life skills and maintain stability

• Monitor and document client progress using electronic health records (EHR) and communication logs

• Provide transportation and accompany clients to appointments as needed

• Ensure safety and well-being of clients during all shifts, including crisis response and overnight supervision

• Complete referrals and linkages to mental health, vocational, and community resources

• Use principles of Motivational Interviewing and support clients with co-occurring disorders using the IDDT model

• Maintain medication logs and ensure safe protocols for self-medication

• Perform routine cleaning and third-shift documentation as required



Shift Flexibility:



Day, evening, and overnight positions available. Overnight staff are responsible for maintaining a safe, clean environment and monitoring clients while awake and alert throughout the shift.



What You’ll Bring:

• Education/Experience: Two years of college OR high school diploma/equivalent with 2 years of direct care experience

• Skills: Strong communication, basic computer proficiency (Microsoft 365), EHR navigation

• Mindset: Empathy, patience, organization, and a passion for helping others thrive

• Licenses: Valid driver’s license with insurable driving record

• Bonus: Public Passenger License (or willingness to obtain – not required for overnight shifts)



Why BHcare?



We are a community-focused organization offering behavioral health and supportive services to individuals across all walks of life. As a Transitional Counselor, your presence will directly contribute to a safer, more supportive community—and help people lead more independent, empowered lives.



Ready to be the support someone needs? Join us.

Apply today and bring hope home.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years of college education (human services or behavioral science preferred) or High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2-4 years direct care direct care work experience.


• Must be proficient in Microsoft 365. Must be able to navigate through electronic health records system (EHR).


• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license. Must maintain an acceptable driving record and be insurable at a reasonable rate under the Organization’s auto insurance plan.

LICENSURES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR/AED/First Aid training