Residence Counselor
Listed compensation
$20 per hour
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Our community residence program offers more than just a roof—it is the foundation where people begin to rebuild their life in a safe environment supported by people whose primary goal is client success! If you are dedicated, empathetic, and possess strong crisis intervention skills with a passion for advocacy we want to hear from you.
As a Residence Counselor at Catholic Charities of Fulton & Montgomery Counties you will support and guide residents living in supportive housing. A successful Residence Counselor will thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment where active listening and structured routine can turn a stressful day into a safe, empowering haven for residents.
As the Residence Counselor, you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact by:
- Delivering personalized behavioral care that honors each resident's unique needs, choices, and journey toward independent living.
- Serve as a positive role model for residents, fostering a supportive community environment.
- Develop and implement Individual Action Plans (IAPs) to teach vital independent living skills—such as money management, nutrition, and socialization—while delivering approved Medicaid-billable services.
- Complete accurate assessments, progress notes, monthly summaries, and medication logs.
- Respond effectively to emergencies, demonstrating appropriate assessment skills and crisis intervention techniques.
- Mentor and train incoming residence counselor staff to ensure high-quality care.
At Catholic Charities hiring decisions are personal. So personal, in fact, that every application is screened by a member of the HR team or a trained hiring manager! We look forward to hearing from you!
Residence Counselor Pay - $20 per hour
Opportunities for advancement and increased pay are available as you grow with the Catholic Charities!
We are seeking a dependable team member to join our Residence Counselor team for overnight coverage. This position offers a structured evening and overnight schedule with a designated sleep period between lights out and lights on.
Sunday: 12:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Monday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 AM Tuesday
Friday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 AM Saturday
This position provides an opportunity to make a meaningful difference through consistent overnight support in a structured environment. Staff are expected to follow established overnight routines and respond to resident needs as required.
The designated sleep period occurs between scheduled lights-out and lights-on times.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Drivers License
- 1-3 years’ experience with diverse population
- Active listening skills
- Empathy
- Ability to maintain boundaries
- Crisis de-escalation skills
- Strong communication skills including interpersonal and written
Benefits
- Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Retirement planning options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)
- Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)
- Click here for our Benefits Brochure
Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment Law
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
Key Responsibilities
The Residence Counselor provides personalized behavioral care and implements Individual Action Plans to support residents in independent living. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate documentation, responding to emergencies, and mentoring new staff members.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Behavioral Health — Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 30% have no call, 58% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$42k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $39k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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