Medical 1:1 Youth Treatment Counselor

Tennyson Center For Children•Denver, CO

34d•Onsite

About The Position

At Tennyson Center for Children, our core values guide everything we do. We are Joyful, finding optimism and strength even in challenges; Curious, always learning and innovating to provide the best care; Dependable, building trust through reliability; Authentic, celebrating uniqueness and creating safe, inclusive spaces; and Compassionate, deeply caring for our teammates, our clients, and the community we serve. If these values resonate with you, we’d love to have you join our team and help us make a lasting impact on the lives of children across Colorado! The 1:1 YTC will provide direct support and care for a client with a complex seizure disorder, daily seizures, and gastrostomy tube (G-tube) feeds. This position involves close collaboration with the school nurse, teachers, and other staff to ensure the client’s safety and well-being throughout the school day.

Requirements

Must have at least 1-2 years of work experience in a medical field.
Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Services/related field or equivalent experience required.
Must be willing to contribute to a positive home environment for children and collaborative working relationships with TCC staff.
Must be willing to work evenings and weekends.
All candidates must have or qualify to obtain a current Colorado driver's license. (Must obtain a Colorado license within 30 days of employment.)
All positions require a criminal CBI background check, FBI fingerprint check, State of CO child abuse check, DMV driving record check, pre-employment drug test, pre-employment physical, academic credential verification, and reference check.
Must be able to lift 25/50 lbs. or more.
Must be able to assume and maintain various postures, including kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, and standing, for extended periods.
Must be able to perform or assist with physical interventions, either restraints or containments.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a residential setting or with children with developmental disabilities is preferred.
Motivation to obtain specialized training that would enhance your daily work and professional development is preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor the client for signs and symptoms of seizure activity.
Follow seizure action plan, including administering emergency interventions (ex: rescue medication through nasal route or G-tube) as directed by the school nurse and healthcare plan.
Administer G-tube feedings per physician orders and nursing delegation.
Maintain a clean and safe feeding environment by adhering to proper hygiene practices.
Provide close and continuous supervision throughout the school day.
Monitor and ensure the client’s safety during all school routines, particularly during episodes of seizure activity.
Maintain accurate daily documentation of medical care provided (ex: feeding log, seizure log, incidents).
Communicate promptly with the school nurse and relevant staff regarding changes in the client’s condition or needs.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Options (United Healthcare for Medical and Guardian for Dental & Vision)
Health Savings Account & FSA Options
Generous PTO + 13 paid holidays
Paid Mental Health days to regroup and recharge!
Retirement Plan with the Pension Fund: Tennyson will match up to 4% of annual salary.
Voluntary Benefits through Guardian: Accident, Critical Illness, Disability, Hospital Indemnity
Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D with options to purchase additional coverage
Company paid Short Term Disability with options to purchase additional coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus
Professional Development Assistance
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