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Offer: Residential Youth Counselor:Job description:
Residential Youth CounselorJOB DESCRIPTIONAs a Residential Youth Counselor, you will provide everyday therapeutic care and programming according to agency policy and governing bodies' (DSS, OMH, JCAHO, etc.) requirements for elementary aged children.. You will work on-site on our Albany campus and will report to the Residential manager.Responsibilities: Provide for the physical and psychological needs of clients, including physical safety, hygiene, clothing, food, cooking, medical care, and providing a reliable and nurturing environment. 1:1 Residential Counselor » You will follow an individual youth's 1:1 expectations plan, ICMP, and any safety plans in place. » Engage the youth in activities and conversation that are age appropriate and at the appropriate developmental level. » Document in writing a summary of each shift. » Lgain the history and specific issues connected with the youth who requires 1:1; will lgain how to safely manage any crisis. » Seek and obtain training in any particular area specific to the youth who requires 1:1care. » Transport 1:1 client for medical, mental health, and other essential needs. RC1 » You will must be able to work within trauma informed framework of program, including identifying and using coping/safety plans, maintaining consistency, providing regular routine, and controlling own response to youth. » Engage and form positive relationship with all youth served. » Complete all mandatory trainings according to programmatic guidelines. » Display basic competency in TCI techniques. » Follow outlined program routines, therapeutic plans of youth, and program rules and protocols. » Work as part of a team including colleague residential counselors, clinicians, on line oncall, managers, and other administrative and functional support staff. » Maintain respectful and appropriate communication with internal and external customers,including county workers, medical staff, parents etc. » Complete and maintain documentation to meet programmatic and regulatory standards. » Transport clients for medical, mental health, and other essential needs. RC2 All of the above plus the following: » You will facilitate groups/coached visitation, knowledge and applying curriculum and appropriate practice models, i.e. DBT, SAY, etc. » Take on specific leadership abilities responsibilities for dorm/cottage, including coordinating activities, participating in program-wide committee. » Must have the capability, skill, and knowledge to take a lead function in a team. » Form positive relationships with more challenging youth and families. RC3 All of the above plus the following: » Display critical thinking and problem solving expertise related to residential program needs. » Display good judgment and decision making related to all program routines, therapeutic plans of youth, and program rules and protocols. » Lead, delegate, and plan work for other team members. » Requirements and suitable education » HS Diploma/GED required. » practice working with emotionally disturbed population. » A valid, clean driver's license is required. » Must pass physical. » Must be able to complete TCI training. RC 1 practice with emotionally disturbed population is preferred. RC 2 At least six months of related practice is required with demonstrated competency in Level 1 essential job tasks. One year of related practice is desired. RC 3 At least one year of related practice is required with demonstrated competency in Level 2 essential job responsibilities. Two years or more related practice is desired. Benefits » Health care package: medical, dental, and vision » Tuition reimbursement » Paid time off » Holiday Pay » 401 (K) plan » Life Insurance » Loan repayment assistance » Free training/CEU opportunities About Northern RiversAt Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All candidates will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or discapability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the significant work. QualificationsSkills:
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