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Offer: Residential Youth Counselor:Job description:
Residential Youth CounselorJOB DESCRIPTIONResidential Youth CounselorStarting Rate for this function is $17.00/hour A valid, clean driver's license is required. The Residential Youth Counselor position is responsible for providingeveryday therapeutic care and programming according to agency policy and governing bodies' (DSS, OMH, JCAHO, etc.) standards and requirements for elementary aged children. Essential tasks and Responsibilities » 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 on call, 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 Education and/or practice » HS Diploma/GED; Associates degree preferred » practice working with emotionally disturbed population Certification / Licensure » NYS drivers licenseIf you want a compensateing career where you make a positive impact on children and their families, we want to talk to you! At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's liveswhile also strengthening our community. We are a family of human service agencies united in our passion to helping children, families, and adultsreach their potential. Northern Rivers coordinates the quality of care, depth of programs, and combined size and passion for the mission to provide care for more than 18,000 people each year in 41 counties all over New York State. If you've got the talent, drive and desire to make a real difference in your community, you need to be a part of Northern Rivers Family of Services! Our employees receive generous paid time off, an expansive health care package, tuition reimbursement, loan repayment assistance, free training/CEU opportunities, and much more! Apply today to become part of our team! Northern Rivers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or discapability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff, and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the significant work here at Northern Rivers! Skills:
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