HCBS Residential House Counselor

SUN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH GROUP • Winston-Salem, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Youth Haven Services residential program is growing, and we have opened a new group home location in Winston-Salem, NC. We are seeking a full-time, 3rd shift staff to work on Monday to Friday from 11pm to 7am. Our Residential Program serves clients in DSS custody and care who are in need of placement. The main function of the home will be to provide a safe therapeutic environment while a long-term placement can be secured. This role provides direct care and rehabilitative services for clients in the residential program, implements behavioral modification interventions as outlined in their Person-Centered Plan, and is responsible for the overall safety and welfare of clients.

Requirements

• High School Graduate / Equivalent
• 0-1 Years of Related Experience (Minimum)
• 1-3 Years of Related Experience (Preferred)
• Professional Certification (Preferred)

Nice To Haves

• Technical School / 1 Year College (3-5 Years Experience)
• Technical School / 2 Years College / Associate’s Degree (5-8 Years Experience)
• Bachelor’s Degree (8-10 Years Experience)
• Master’s Degree (10+ Years Experience)
• Advanced Licensure

Responsibilities

• Provide clients with skill building activities such as independent living skills, socialization, adaptation and symptom monitoring / management skills
• Provide therapeutic mentoring, anger management and social skills training. Provide behavioral modifications as approved and outlined in their person-centered plans. Review client information and person-centered plans to understand needs, limitations, strengths and goals of individuals served.
• Responsible for shift cleaning, meal prep, bed checks. Transport clients as needed and necessary.
• Complete documentation [on client progress] as outlined by program guidelines on a timely basis. Maintain all other records and complete paperwork as required
• Other duties as assigned/required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED