Congregate Residential Counselor - Bonus Eligible!

Position DescriptionUnder the direction of supervisor, primarily responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for clients. The Residential Counselor is expected to be knowledgeable of the program's mission, treatment philosophy, and policies and procedures and to implement this understanding in their direct care and supervision of clients.Essential FunctionsKnowledge and application of program routines/ structure. Maintain a general understanding of the population of clients with whom we workFoster healthy, appropriate relationships with our clients through daily interactionsDevelop an understanding of level system (cards, behavior contracts, etc.)Supervise and coordinate activities of daily living for students, including hygiene, clothing, chores, and other activities. Assist children with the transition from each scheduled activity.Provide First Aid appropriately as neededMay plan and participate in activities with clients/students on an individual and small group (less than 6) level in accordance with treatment plans and goals. Teach age appropriate life skills and social skills through modeling, counseling, and other techniques. Participate in groups and activities designed to enhance growth and development.Participate in off campus recreational/educational activitiesMaintain a safe and supportive environment. Manage living, dining, educational, recreational areas to provide a clean, organized environment for students. Insure adequate supervision of students through coordination of care with other staff.Provide group and individual behavior support and intervention as trained, including the use of TCI appropriate physical restraint as necessary. Coordinate medical and emergency situations with the supervisor.Communicate through written and verbal means with other program staff on positive skills and accomplishments as well as difficult or challenging client issuesComplete all assigned paperwork including time sheet, level card, goal/ level tracking, incident reporting, and 51A's in a thorough and timely mannerAttend trainingsParticipate in supervision meetings with supervisorMay be asked to prepare weekend mealsMay be required to carry a mobile devicePerform other duties as assignedDriving RequirementsMay be required to operate a vehicleMay be required to have a valid driver's license and a "satisfactory" driving recordMay be required to have access to a personal vehicle for use during work hoursMay be required to use personal vehicle to transport clients on occasion if/when neededIf required to transport clients, must maintain the minimum amounts of liability insurance as required by The Home and/or other regulatory requirements and vehicle registration must be currentEducation and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalentOne year child care experience in a residential setting with similar population of childrenComputer literate, including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer, with the ability to learn new software applications

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