Part-time Residential Counselor; Mental Health Group Home-Freehold, NJ

Freehold, NJ 07728, USA

Posted Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Location:

Freehold, NJ (Monmouth County)

Schedule:

Part-time:
Sunday-Monday (3:00pm-11:00pm)

About Our Program:

Since 1948, Easterseals New Jersey has worked to meet the continuously growing needs of people with disabilities and their families. Its services for individuals with mental health conditions provide daily living support and community-based programs that teach valuable life skills through instruction and real-world experiences.

What You’ll Do:

The Residential Counselor supports the group home residents with daily living activities and delivers high quality services that will help consumers achieve measurable outcomes in accordance with Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRP).

Key responsibilities include:

• Support consumers in achieving personal care goals and addressing ongoing challenges.
• Educate consumers on medications, track logs, and conduct monthly audits.
• Coordinate services based on individual needs.
• Transports consumers using the company van as needed.
• Deliver high-quality care in line with Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRP).
• Accurately document services within required time frames using electronic health records.

Who You Are:

• Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s Degree in mental health, psychology, sociology, or social work, human services or a related field from an accredited college or universityOR
• A combination of one (1) or more years’ of college, plus related life or work experience equal tofour(4) yearsOR
• High school diploma or GED plusfour(4) years of related work or life experiencerequired.
• Requirements: Possess a valid driver’s license & acceptable driving record.
• Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.

What We Offer:

• Use of Company Van as needed to transport consumers.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-Paid Coverage – Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Savings – 403(b) Plan with Employer Match
• Generous Time Off – Paid Time Off, Holidays, Medical Leave, and PTO Buy-Back options
• Convenience & Support – Direct Deposit, Payroll Card and Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness & Recognition – Wellness Program and Referral Bonus Program
• Training & Development – Paid Orientation and Ongoing Training

Easterseals NJ provides a comprehensive benefits package. For full details, visit .

Easterseals Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

As one of our core values, we strive to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees without regard to their age, gender, religion, race, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability which is unrelated to the ability to perform essential job functions, unfavorable military discharge (except dishonorable), veteran status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, source of income or other legally protected categories in accordance with applicable law with regard to receipt of services, appointment or election to voluntary office or hiring for, assignment to, or promotion in staff positions.