Fountain House

Residence Counselor

Fountain House  •  $46k/yr  •  New York City, NY (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

At Fountain House, we believe in the power of community to transform the lives of individuals with serious mental illness. Every day, thousands of members choose to come to Fountain House to contribute their talents, learn new skills, access opportunities, and form friendships. Members and staff operate successful employment, education, wellness programs and work as partners to perform all the functions that keep our community going. The Fountain House model has been replicated in more than 300 locations in 30 countries and 32 states and currently serves more than 100,000 people with mental illness worldwide. As originators of this approach, we provide leadership by constantly advancing the practice and by leading the conversation around mental health recovery. As a result, Fountain House has created a comprehensive Community System of Care. This includes Clubhouses in Manhattan, the Bronx, Hollywood, California and Care Management, Home and Community-Based Services and a large housing program ranging from 24 hour supervised residences to scattered site supported apartments. We are committed to reducing social isolation, advocating for mental health policy change, and driving solutions that empower our members.

The Supportive Housing program provides exemplary support and assistance to member residents (individuals living with mental illness(es)) in their Fountain House licensed apartments. The Residence Counselor will assist residents in create a caring, collaborative environment where they can develop their skills to transition into independent housing.

$23.48

Per Diem

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide support to residents on medication compliance and assist with developing medication management skills.
  • Provide training and support with skills building including but not limited to socialization, health services, daily living skills and assertiveness.
  • Develop and assist in implementing service plans, which are determined by goals of the residents including reviewing service plans, identifying progress, and revising plan as needed.
  • Engage and work alongside residents to perform necessary tasks for the upkeep of the apartment and the well-being of residents.
  • Assist residents with moving their belongings into a Fountain House licensed apartment.
  • Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
  • Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate within the agency and with external providers such as Physician, Social Security, Medicaid, Care Mangers, Home and Community Based Services support.
  • Excellent computer and software proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel, and Outlook) required.
  • Experience with AWARDS database preferred.
  • Must be able to work under pressure and in crises.
  • Must be able to meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude.
  • Ability to work independently and to conduct assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.

REQUIRED AND PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CREDENTIALS

  • Undergraduate degree required, preferably in the human service field.
  • Relevant experience in human service field, preferred.
  • Flexible and able to work late, including evenings and weekends as needed.
  • Positive, energetic, dynamic, and engaging personality.
  • Collaborative & creative approach to work related duties.

Why Join Fountain House?

  • Empower Marginalized Communities – Elevate the voices of individuals with lived experience and drive real systemic change.
  • Innovate in Mental Health Advocacy – Join a mission-driven team at the forefront of mental health reform.
  • Professional Growth & Leadership – Access mentorship, training, and career development opportunities in a rapidly evolving field.

Join Us & Make an Impact!

Be part of a movement that is transforming mental health care through research, advocacy, and community.

Fountain House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At this time Fountain House, Inc. is not able to sponsor visas

Fountain House

About Fountain House

Millions of Americans living with serious mental illness are denied access to care and support in the community, and end up cycling through our streets, shelters, emergency rooms, and jails. For far too long our punitive, ineffective and costly approaches have taken away their capacity, dignity, and humanity. For more than 70 years, Fountain House has believed in people living with serious mental illness - who are our sons, daughters, mothers and fathers, friends and neighbors - and has proven that they can reach their goals and aspirations for a better life.

Fountain House works. Our members are hospitalized and experience crisis significantly less than others with serious mental illness, resulting in 21% lower Medicaid costs. Approximately 38% of our members experience homelessness or unstable housing when they arrive at Fountain House, 26% come with a history of incarceration and justice involvement, and 31% join with a substance use disorder. Our members complete their education, find paid work, and achieve health and wellness goals at significantly higher rates than people living with serious mental illness who don’t have access to our programs.

Industry
Nonprofit & NGOs
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
New York, New York
Year Founded
1948
Website
fountainhouse.org
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