About the role
JOB SUMMARY:
The Residential Counselor – Youth I/DD provides therapeutic residential support to youths with Intellectual and Developmental disabilities. The successful candidate will assist with daily living activities and provide behavioral support in a group home setting.
SCHEDULE:
* Tuesday through Saturday 3 PM to 11 PM -OR- Friday through Tuesday 3 PM to 11 PM
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Orients newly admitted clients * Plans, leads and supervises client activities * Provides positive behavioral supports on a daily basis * Provides direct supervision in a group home setting * Provides input into assessments, conferences and treatment planning * Facilitates community integration through focused recreational activities * Provides pre-vocational skills training as indicated based on client needs * Collects and records data, and completes all required documentation * Provides transportation as needed and accompanies clients to and from appointments * Responsible for ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment and adhering to all safety standards, Federal and State regulations, and corporate policies
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & ABILITY:
* High School diploma or equivalent and one year of experience working with I/DD individuals in a group setting, OR * Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field unrelated to social work/psychology and six (6) months’ experience working with I/DD individuals in a group setting, OR * Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology or related field * Valid unrestricted driver’s license with a clean driving record * Excellent interpersonal and communications skills * Ability to demonstrate respect for children/adolescents and their families
SALARY: * $23.75 to $25.08 per hour based on experience and education.
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