Residential Counselor

Overview

At NFI North, we strive to create a world where mental and behavioral health services are readily accessible for everyone creating a Place to Belong. NFI North provides mental health and behavioral support services to people facing life challenges. We design diverse and innovative programs that provide a high level of structure within communities of care when a person or family is in need.

Our goal is for people to grow, have hope, thrive in their community and feel like they belong.

Finson Road is a placement for older adults, with prolonged mental health issues. Our residents require support and encouragement to remain as independent as possible.

The Direct Care Counselor must possess skills to oversee and organize their shift, provide care management, supervise and assist in the development of skills and fostering abilities, in addition to providing nurturing support and direct care to our program participants.

An associate’s degree in human services or a related field would be preferred; however, equivalent experience is also acceptable. It is important for candidates to have the ability to recognize each of our clients’ uniqueness, needs and desires. Candidates must be flexible, possess the ability to multi-task, and have a willingness to learn the clinical issues of individuals with mental illness, as well as the cognitive deficits and multiple medical conditions that accompany the individual during the aging process, more importantly how these work together.

Required:

High School or better. Preferred:
Bachelors or better in Human Services or related field.

Yes. Possible day trips, occasional travel for trainings and meetings

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action

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NFI North offers comprehensive and affordable Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision coverage. Generous paid time off including 3 weeks of vacation, sick time and 11 paid holidays. We also offer a 4-day work week (10-hour days), tuition reimbursement, retirement match, company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability and much more! In addition to excellent training, we offer supportive environments that allow for creativity, a sense of empowerment and opportunities for advancement.