Counselor - Transitions (Thursday-Monday, 7 AM to 3 PM)

City of Boston Residency Required

Mission Statement

The mission of the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is to work in partnership with communities to protect and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, especially those impacted by racism and systemic inequities. 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 anti-racism and advance racial equity and justice through each of our bureaus, programs, and offices.

Job Description

• Works to help BPHC advance as an antiracist organization by meeting or exceeding the
• standards set by the BPHC Anti-Racism Policy.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of or willingness to learn about the role of public health in addressing
• racism, the social determinants of health, and inequities in health outcomes as well as
• strategies to advance racial justice and health equity.
• Associate of Science Degree, or High School Diploma / GED and one year of related
• experience.
• Experience working with drug addicted clients preferred.
• Experience working with HIV infected populations preferred.
• Experience working with diverse ethnic, racial and economic populations required.
• Prior experience with homeless is helpful.
• Able to follow directions and work harmoniously with staff and guests.
• Computer literacy preferred.
• Strong written and verbal skills required.
• Bi-Lingual/Spanish speaking preferred
• Valid MA driver's license and good driving record required

Additional Information

• City of Boston residency is required; Allston, Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Brighton, Charlestown, Chinatown, Dorchester, Downtown, East Boston, Fenway-Kenmore, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, Mid-Dorchester, Mission Hill, North End, Roslindale, Roxbury, South Boston, South End, West End, West Roxbury, Wharf district.
• A Criminal Offenders Records Information request must be completed for this position. However, a record is not an automatic bar to employment but is reviewed in relation to the job applied for.
• Certain immunizations will be recommended and/or required prior to commencement of employment duties.
• Any position that requires an advanced degree will be subject to education verification.
• Certain positions at the BPHC may be Grant Funded.
• The Boston Public Health Commission is an EEO Employer and all applicants meeting the minimum requirements are eligible to apply.
• Certain positions at the BPHC may require Child Protective Service Background verification.
• The advertised shift and schedule are subject to change at the department's discretion.

Shift

Thursday-Monday, 7 AM to 3 PM

Grant Funding Information

This position is dependent on grants / external funding sources.

Pay Range

$794.35 Weekly