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Counselor

Counselor

Boston Public Health Commission • Mattapan, MA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description


The mission of the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is to protect, preserve, and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, particularly the most vulnerable. The BPHC envisions a thriving Boston where all residents live healthy, fulfilling lives free of racism, poverty, violence, and other systems of oppression. The BPHC sets an expectation that all staff and leadership commit, individually and as part of the BPHC team, to hold ourselves accountable to establishing a culture of antiracism and advance racial equity and justice through each of our bureaus, programs, and offices.

DUTIES

  • Ensures overall safety of client and program environment.
  • Performs rounds throughout the unit. Searches clients for contraband upon arrival in unit.
  • Intervenes to de-escalate conflict situations, anticipating potential conflict situations and intervening prior to crisis.
  • Conducts informal counseling sessions to assess needs and make appropriate referrals to internal and external programs. Develops positive professional relationships with guests to facilitate care.
  • Maintains stable environment by ensuring resident compliance with program rules and individual service plans. Performs urinalysis screening if necessary.
  • Assists in overseeing and facilitation of support group meetings, NA/AA meetings, life skills and other training for residents. Trains and assists guests with daily living tasks as needed.
  • Monitors and serves meals, coordinates food and other supplies, and supervises clean up after meals. Monitors and distributes linen and clothing supplies for guests.
  • Attends required meetings and training sessions.
  • Provides phone coverage as necessary.
  • Transports clients via program van.
  • Performs various administrative tasks such as maintaining accurate records, recording log notes and data entry. Performs other duties as assigned.

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