Mental Health Counselor — Crotona Residence

Job overview

The Mental Health Counselor — Crotona Residence role is onsite in New York, NY. Compensation is $55,000 per year. The Doe Fund works to move New Yorkers from homelessness to stable housing, lasting employment, and economic opportunity; this role supports its Crotona House permanent supportive housing program for residents living with HIV/AIDS. The counselor provides case management and counseling that help residents pursue self-sufficiency while maintaining physical and emotional security. The work connects residents with healthcare, benefits, community services, and independent-living resources.

What you'll do

• Maintain a resident caseload and records
• conduct assessments and develop service plans
• link residents to healthcare providers
• provide counseling and crisis intervention as needed
• assist with benefits, rent payments, and budgeting
• coordinate with community services
• facilitate health and independent-living groups
• conduct unit inspections
• provide mental health education and resources
• complete program reports.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

mental health counselor

crotona residence

new york ny

the doe fund

supportive housing

case management

hiv/aids services

counseling

crisis intervention

resident service plans

healthcare coordination

$55,000/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical and dental coverage, paid retirement plan participation, sick and vacation leave, discounted gym memberships, paid holidays, and additional benefits.

Why this role

The posting seeks a master’s degree in social work or a related field, prefers clinical social work or mental health counseling licensure, and requires at least five years in mental health plus relevant experience with homelessness, HIV/AIDS, substance use, or mental illness.

About the employer

The Doe Fund Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities. Sector: 62.