Residential Counselor PRN

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking compassionate and professional PRN Residential Counselors to join our team at our residential facilities, serving community members and U.S. military veterans referred by the Rocky Mountain VA. PRN staff play a vital role in supporting the 24/7 operations of our residential facilities—covering shifts so full-time staff can take time off or attend training—while completing all the tasks that keep the house running, including medication administration, administrative duties, and most importantly, direct client support. Residential Counselors provide one-on-one care, crisis counseling, medication management, educational groups, and foster independence in a safe, therapeutic environment. Candidates should have strong communication and documentation skills. This is a meaningful opportunity to be part of a collaborative team making a lasting impact in clients’ recovery journeys.

Schedule. Our Residential Facilities are 24/7 and open every day of the year, and Residential Counselors work fully onsite/in person. PRN staff are typically required to work at least two shifts per month. Shifts are 10 hours in length, with options including the following.

• Day: 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
• Mid-day: 10:30 am - 8:30 pm
• Overnight: 11:00 pm - 7:30 am
• Swing Shift: 1:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Shift Differential Pay. The afternoon or swing shift differential is paid from 3 pm to 11 pm. The evening shift differential is paid from 11 pm to 7 am. The Weekend day shift is paid from 7 am to 3 for Saturday and Sunday only.

• Overnight Weekday (Monday - Thursday): $2.50/hour
• Overnight Weekend (Friday, Saturday & Sunday): $3.50/hour
• Swing Weekday (Mon-Thurs): $1.25/hour
• Swing Weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun): $1.75/hour
• Day Weekend (Sat, Sun): $1.00/hour

Salary for this role. Starting wage is based on experience and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.

• $18.87 - $28.00 per hour

Essential Functions:

• Observe client behaviors and assess degree of improvement and/or deterioration in targeted problems and behaviors.
• Share information regarding significant observations in client behaviors, affect or thought process with residential staff at shift change, with clinicians, psychiatrist, and residential supervisor.
• Participate in implementation of individual treatment plans, including medication monitoring, UAs as ordered, and/or teaching of activities of daily living when appropriate.
• Participate in emergency procedures and/or crisis intervention, as needed, contacting the appropriate resource for assistance and/or to determine a plan of action within required time frames.
• Maintain consistency with clients to ensure appropriate milieu management.
• May perform case management services, including linkage and monitoring.
• May facilitate psychoeducational groups within residential services.
• Participate in team conferences, client evaluation meetings and staff in-service training.
• Chart on individual progress notes efficiently and regularly, all pertinent and meaningful observations and information.
• Follow residential services policies and procedures regarding admissions, discharges, and client care.
• Report maintenance needs of facility to residential supervisor to ensure safe environment for clients.
• Maintain a balanced menu and performs grocery shopping duties, as needed, to ensure a regular food supply.
• Complete periodic cleaning, as required, to maintain facility.
• Transport clients to appointments or other activities, when necessary.
• Residential Relief Counselor performs essential functions as outlined above on a relief/on-call basis.
• Staff member will monitor and coordinate care for assigned clients in partnership with the other members of the clients care team.

Requirements:

• High school diploma/GED with a minimum 6 months of experience in mental healthcare and/or relevant population
• Preferred: Associates or Bachelor's degree in the human services field
• Valid Colorado Driver's License with a driving record that meets the organization's requirements.
• Required QMAP (Qualified Medication Administration Personnel). Must obtain QMAP certification within 30 days of hire. AMHR provides the required training, and employees must successfully pass the certification exam to meet this requirement.
• Must possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain one within 30 days of hire. 

Required Vaccination and TB Test. 

At AMHR, the health and safety of our clients and staff are our top priorities. As part of this commitment, all employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and present a negative TB test result before their first day of work. Proof of both the flu shot and negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. A medical or religious exemption can be requested if necessary. 

Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick time accrual

Our Mission, Vision and Core Values.

Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.

Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.

Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.

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