Float Residential Counselor

The Residential Counselor

(Float)

will

be responsible for

engaging participants and managing the milieu in one of Bridges residential continuum of programs, which includes the Welcome Center (WC), Emergency Residence (ER), or Transitional Living Programs (TLP). Responsibilities will include planning and conducting a broad range of recreational and daily life activities to engage residents and

maintain

a safe, welcoming, and therapeutic community.

The Residential Counselor (float) will

be responsible for

working a rotating schedule including the first shift (8am4pm) and second shift (2pm10pm).

Shift assignments will change each month depending on where coverage is needed

.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSResident Engagement:Engage youth in conversation to develop rapport and encourage their participation in Bridge programsMonitor when residents are in or out of the program space; conduct regular rounds and checks of bedrooms and community areas to ensure youth safety.Ensure the program is clean, organized, and presentable.Redirect inappropriate conversation and behaviors from residents, as necessary

.Create a welcome environment for residents (monitoring music/TV volume, lights, etc.) that is trauma informed and sensitive to the diverse groups of residents at Bridge.Answer the door, greet residents/visitors to the program, and answer the program phone.Monitor resident cooking

;

teach and model life skills related to using kitchen appliancesEnsure that all activities, services, and programs at Bridge or organized by Bridge programs are conducted in a manner that is sensitive to and respectful of the cultural/ethnic diversity of all Bridge clients.Plan activities in the program and outings in the community with residents

.Document all activities with Residents in ETO.Orient new youth to the program which includes giving a facility tour, filling out

appropriate forms

, and reviewing program policies and procedures.Provide residents with advocacy, referrals, and supportive counseling, as necessary

.Assist

in the development and implementation of

appropriate service

plans with residents

.Monitor and ensure the safety of residents, implementing crisis intervention, as necessary.

Includes deescalating modes of communication/ interaction to ensure resident safety, stability, mental status, and physical health.Administrative Management

:Attend and

participate

in all required program meetings including weekly supervision with Residential Coordinator and all staff meetings.Daily facilities management, including meals set up and breakdown, bedrooms, etc.Assist

residents in

maintaining

household standards of cleanliness.Maintain program statistics and client records.Daily task management includes checking and responding to emails, performing daily tasks list, sending out daily sign out email, 9pm curfew check, and documenting resident log.Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONSComfort and confidence working in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.Enthusiastic about working with homeless transitional youth population.Ability to

identify

and execute effective problem-solving strategies. Must

possess

sound crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills.Ability to develop and

maintain

professional working relationships with residents, staff, co-workers, and supervisor.Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and cultural groups.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE1- 2 years of experience working with youth ages 18-24 in one or more of the following areas: housing management, job development, community relations, substance abuse or recreational counseling. Can also include supervised internship experience.Bachelor's degree in human services

, Social Work, or any related degree, strongly preferredA valid driver's license requires a clean driving record. (No car

required

.)PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to lift fifteen pounds at times.

COMPENSATIONThe hourly rate for this role is set

at

$

25

.00

an hour

.BENEFITSBridge Over Troubled Waters offers a competitive benefits package that includes

:Paid time off (sick time, vacation time, personal time) as well as 13 paid holidays

and

a birthday

holidayHealth, dental, and vision insurance401(K) with 3% matching of contributions after one year of employmentE

mployer sponsored flexible spending accounts, commuter pre-tax benefits, employer paid short-term disability, long term disability and life insuranceBridge Over Troubled Waters, Inc.is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate

on the basis of

sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability or veteran status.At Bridge Over Troubled Waters, we strive to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable

accommodations

to

job applicants who may require one to

participate

in the recruitment,

selection

and/or assessment processes. Should you require

an accommodation

, please contact our Talent Acquisition

team,

by email at

recruiter@bridgeotw.org

and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

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