RESIDENCE COUNSELOR

Job Description

Job Description

Residence Counselor - Full-Time (37.5 hours per week) $16.00 per hour on site

For over 60 years, The Guidance Center has been a primary mental health support agency, providing compassionate, professional care to individuals and families in Cumberland County, NJ. As a non-profit organization, our dedicated team of professionals, including doctors, nurses, therapists, and support staff, works to diagnose and treat all types of mental illness.

What We Offer:

• Shifts 12midnight-8am, 4pm to 12midnight and 8am to 4pm-typically on weekends
• 10% additional pay for hours worked between 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM
• Union Membership
• Comprehensive Health, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Organization-Paid Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Vacation and Sick Time
• Employee Discounts (auto, event tickets, insurance, wireless services, and more)

What You Need to Apply:

• Four years of related mental health residential experience required
• High School Diploma required
• Knowledge of community resources and agencies preferred
• Possession of a valid New Jersey driver's license with a clean five-year driving record that meets organizational standards and qualifies for insurance coverage required.

Position Overview:

As a Residence Counselor, you'll support residents with behavioral health needs by providing counseling, encouragement, and advocacy in a home‑like setting. Your role helps individuals grow their independence and move toward greater stability and well‑being.

What does this position look like?
A Residence Counselor maintains detailed records of client progress and daily activities, designs and leads social, recreational, and educational programs, and delivers on‑site support to residents. The role also involves sharing observations with the treatment team, helping clients access community resources through transportation support, and taking part in team meetings and collaborative treatment planning.

Demonstrates competency in delivering Motivational Interviewing (MI), effectively engaging individuals served through engagement, assessment, and intervention.

A Background Check is required Clear Five year driving record/abstract with ability to be insured by organizations carrier.