Residential Counselor Job at Youth For Tomorrow New Life Center Inc

Youth For Tomorrow New Life Center Inc Bristow, VA 20136

Role and Responsibilities

  • Oversee physical care of YFT residents.
  • Development of acceptable habits and attitudes for YFT residents.
  • Management of resident behavior.
  • Assist in meeting the goals and objectives of any required service plan.
  • Responsible for guidance and supervision of the residents/children to whom assigned.
  • Responsible for the coordinated supervision of the residents to include but not limited to continued awareness and ability to give an account of each resident location upon request.
  • Confirm census count received from prior on-duty staff prior to assuming floor responsibilities. Census count must agree prior to shift departure.
  • Maintain shift coverage until the next shift is securely in position. If House Parents/Coordinators are not on duty, a full report is to be given to incoming staff which may take up to 15 minutes plus past then end of the shift time.
  • Confirm status and location of assigned residents every 15 minutes and if assigned to work overnight shift, every 30 minutes.
  • Maintain structure and regulations at all times; 24/7.
  • Completely and accurately document any required forms, particularly the daily log. This is to be completed prior to the ending shift.
  • Perform waive testing on residents after home visits, AWOL, and as needed with complete accuracy and compliance.
  • Attend all training mandated by YFT and continuously pursue training opportunities to meet standards set forth.
  • All duties and responsibilities will support meeting the structured program of care outlined in DBHDS and DSS state standards (DBHDS: 12VAC 35-46-800; DSS: 22 VAC 40-151-720).
  • Other duties as assigned by the CEO, Director – Program Services, Director – Residential, or Supervisor

Required Trainings: First Aid/ CPR; Handle With Care: Standard Precautions; Emergency Preparedness; Shaken Baby; Mandatory Reporting; and 25 hours of job specific related training.Core

Competencies* Ability to maintain a stable environment.**
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  • Ability to provide guidance to children in multiple age ranges.
  • Ability to supervise, tolerate, and resolve frustrated or strained personnel and interpersonal conflicts of residents.
  • Must have the awareness to observe, interpret, and respond appropriately to various adolescent behaviors.
  • Must be able to exhibit decision making abilities.
  • Extensive knowledge of Standards for Interdepartmental Regulation of Children’s Residential Facilities is required
  • Qualifications and Education Requirements:

*__Individuals hired on or before September 29, 2014 (grandfathered):_*
*_

  • Associates degree and three months experience working with children; OR
  • High School graduate or have a General Education Development Certificate (G.E.D) and six months experience working with children.

*__Individuals hired on or after September 30, 2014:_* *
_ * Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services is required OR actively, continuously pursuing the degree and able to provide evidence of such; OR

  • High School Diploma or General Education Development Certificate (G.E.D.) and six months experience working with children AND
  • Enroll and successfully complete assigned training and Certification Program for development in our milieu of care.

*__Qualifications_*
*_

  • Knowledge and understanding of YFT mission and values;
  • Possess the characteristics and experience to collaborate with and provide appropriate care to residents, gain their respect, guide their development, and participate in their overall treatment program;
  • Ability to support constructive resident-family visitation and resident involvement in community activities;
  • Ability to provide services in a culturally and linguistically competent manner;
  • Possess the temperament to work with and care for children, and youth, some with special needs in multiple age ranges;
  • Ability to accurately collect, review, and analyze waive testing of residents after home visits, AWOL, and as needed
  • Ability to work effectively with the treatment team and other internal and external stakeholders;
  • Adequate and continuous ongoing training and supervision
  • Age 21 or above as per state regulations and standards.
  • Ability to maintain a stable environment.
  • Ability to maintain safety, security, and structure at all times.
  • Ability to maintain the integrity of the program structure in the absence of House Parent/House Coordinator leadership.
  • Ability to attend, understand, pass, and demonstrate medication management protocols
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license which meets or exceeds YFT’s insurance guidelines.

Location: 11835 Hazel Circle Drive, Bristow, VA 20136Location: 11835 Hazel Circle Drive, Bristow, VA 20136

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule
  • Life insurance
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

  • Are you 21+

Experience:

  • Adolescents: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

  • Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • CPR Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)
  • Night Shift (Preferred)
  • Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location




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