Trinity Health·Central City, Iowa
The Resident Counselor provides educational and treatment support to adult women and their children in a rehabilitation setting. Key duties include facilitating life skills groups, mentoring residents, and implementing clinical interventions for chemical dependency and mental health.
The MercyOne Resident Counselor supports the educational and treatment related initiatives of House of Mercy’s adult programs.
Primarily serves as a teacher, coach, mentor, and role model to adult resident’s and their children.
Supports clients through the provision of education and treatment supports in connection with identified clinical initiatives and interventions in the areas of: chemical dependency; daily living skills; parenting; self-sufficiency; behavioral/mental health; and, relationships.
Provides behavioral health intervention services to identified children and adults.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: ● Establishes rapport and develops a therapeutic relationship with assigned clients.
Consistently maintains and employs a therapeutic perspective/approach when dealing with clients, their children, visitors and staff.
Maintains appropriate professional boundaries avoiding dual relationships. ● Participates in the admission process for all adult halfway house/residential care program residents utilizing a warm, compassionate and empathic manner to ensure that they feel welcome, appreciated, and understood.
Orients new residents to program guidelines and expectations. ● Observes resident interactions, appropriately intervenes when behaviors are not consistent with expectations, and teaches/coaches/role models conflict resolution/problem-solving skills as a means for effectively managing differences. ● Facilitates Life Skills groups teaching essential skills necessary for independent living.
On a daily basis models and mentors residents and their children on basic living tasks. ● Provides education and treatment supports in connection with identified clinical initiatives and interventions in the areas of: substance use disorders; daily living skills; parenting; self-sufficiency; behavioral/mental health; and, relationships.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY REQUIRED: A Bachelor’s degree in a human services related field from an accredited program, preferred.
CADC Certification, preferred.
Heartsaver AED (Infant, Child and Adult) within four (4) months of hire.
Valid Driver’s/Chauffeurs License required, must meet Mercy’s Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, must be at least 18 years of age and be eligible to drive per Iowa state law.
Medication Management Certification to be completed within three (3) months of hire.
Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within thirty (30) days of employment.
Medical, Dental, Vision effective on start date Paid Time Off Retirement Plan with company match and annual contribution Life Insurance, Short & LongTerm Diability and much more! Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
A Bachelor's degree in human services and CADC certification are preferred. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and obtain Heartsaver AED and Medication Management certifications within specified timeframes.
Market context
Behavioral-health positions in Iowa are often driven by ongoing demand for psychiatric and mental health services across outpatient, inpatient, and community settings. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for advanced practice credentials, current licensure, and certifications such as DEA, BLS, and ACLS; this posting also includes benefits like medical, dental, vision, PTO, and a sign-on bonus. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your PMHNP certification and Iowa license before applying.