Overnight Counselor

RISE Housing and Support Services has an opportunity for an empathetic, dedicated, and compassionate individual to provide support to our residents of our Intensive Crisis Residence during our overnight hours. A successful candidate will be able to assist residents in navigating crisis situations they may experience and adhering to their safety plan. This individual must have the ability connect to individuals in crisis and appropriately respond to the needs of sensitive populations.

• A rate of $19 per hour
• A generous time off package:
  In your 1st year, earn up to 4 weeks of combined vacation and holiday time, 3 weeks of combined sick and personal time, and a day off for your birthday
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and many other benefits
• An opportunity to start a new career in a growing organization that likes to promote from within
• A supportive team and the independence to own your role
• A family friendly atmosphere with wellness time, paid lunch hours, and recognition for your hard work and achievements

• Supporting resident navigation of crisis situations
• Engaging in skill development
• Modeling coping techniques
• Collaborating with medical staff to best support residents
• Awake overnight shifts 11pm to 7am

• Experience working with sensitive populations
• Education in Human Services or a related field
• NYS Certified Peer a plus
• An ability to operate independently, think on your feet, and follow your training
• Excellent conflict management and dispute resolution skills
• Strong interpersonal boundaries
• Our shared belief system in areas such as respect, compassion, and inclusion
• Successful completion of RISE background checks, a valid driver’s license and a driving history accepteable to the RISE Automobile Policy

RISE Housing and Support Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.