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Residential Counselor (On-Call/Relief)

Date posted: March 27, 2015
Company: Fred Finch Youth Center (FFYC)
Salary: $
Work type: Full time
Procure Global Reference: PGREF1031

Position description

Job Summary:

The Residential Counselor will provide support for the Turning Point transitional housing program residents. This employee will also assist in planning and holding support groups and workshops designed to teach clients skills to modify those behaviors that have led to homelessness. She/he will participate in the treatment planning process for all house residents.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Client Care & Supervision: 1) Actively supervise general care & safety of residents and instruct their program participation by providing a consistent, nurturing environment with clear expectations and limits; 2) monitor house and house activities, orient new residents; 3) explain and enforce program rules, administering discipline and setting limits for behavior; 4) maintain safety of residents; 5) assist in the team approach to planning & implementing program needs of recreational, skills building and community integration activities; 6) participate in supporting residents’ progress through attending groups, treatment reviews, special staffings; 7) provide transportation for residents to any off-campus activities, medical appointments, or family therapy as needed; 8) assist with kitchen or household duties as needed to include meal planning, cooking, cleaning, and chores or chore assignment.

Documentation: 1) Keep neat, accurate and up-to-date notes on youth needs and behavior; 2) document all valuable information appropriately; 3) identify possible need for professional services, communicating such findings to supervisor or mental health staff; 4) complete activity sheets describing activities provided on a daily basis.

Training: 1) Attend staff meetings, house meetings, in-service trainings (i.e., Pro-ACT, HMIS, and CPR), and other required agency meetings as necessary.

Compliance: 1) Uphold and maintain standards of professionalism and respect for residents and staff alike; 2) maintain confidentiality of residents; 3) develop and maintain collegial relationships with other staff, participants, volunteers, and supervisor; 4) assist in the development & implementation of positive behavioral interventions and in the implementation of treatment plan goals; 5) respond to emergencies and crisis situations in a timely manner.

Medication: 1) Supervise residents’ daily health needs, communicating any health concerns to Program Coordinator and Mental Health Case Manager, as well as dispense and monitor residents’ medication.

Safety: 1) Report any unsatisfactory conditions in the care and upkeep of the house to the Program Coordinator.

Policy & Procedure: 1) Exhibit clear knowledge of overall program operations as stated in Policy and Procedure manuals, as well as an understanding of the general agency policies, and carry these out.

Additional Duties: 1) All other duties as assigned. 2.) May drive on agency business as required.

Qualifications:

BA in social science discipline with 2 years work experience with youth preferred. AA with 4 years experience acceptable.
Ability to relate on a non-judgmental, supportive basis to youth with a wide range of problem areas.
Ability to handle emergency crisis situations in a timely manner.
Knowledge of, and ability to maintain, professional boundaries and confidentiality.
Basic knowledge of community resources required.
Ability to work assigned shift, as well as overtime when necessary to cover, or be a relief worker.
Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Sensitivity to the needs of residents.
Ability to deal with stress in a constructive manner.
Current certification in first aid and CPR or obtain certification within first 180 days of employment.
Must be physically, mentally, and occupationally able to perform assigned and routine tasks in a timely manner.
Current CA driver’s license preferred, clean driving record required if will be transporting residents.

Full-Time/Part-Time: On-Call/Relieft
Req Number: SOC-15-00020
Location: FFYC – Berkeley

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