Overnight Residential Counselor 1 - 10pm-8am - Avanti
About The Position
Come join our life-changing team building hope, resilience and well-being as an Overnight Residential Counselor at Avanti in Blaine, MN! Shift Details : FT or PT available - 8-hour shifts. OVERNIGHTS ONLY - 10pm-8am Four weekend shifts per month required Wednesdays from 8:30am-11:30am for team meetings required Compensation: $18.50/hr starting, plus $2/hr shift premium for overnights! Location: 10300 Flanders St NE, Blaine, MN 55449 Hiring Bonus: $1,000 About the job: Responsible for the supervision and management of the residents. Work as team on shift and be accountable for the implementation of treatment plans and documentation of residents functioning within the treatment environment.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED Required
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Must pass criminal background checks
- Strong desire to work with children and adolescents experiencing mental health, behavioral, and/or chemical health concerns
- A current and valid Driver's license with minimal violations on record preferred
- Experience with adolescents in residential/hospital setting preferred
Nice To Haves
- A current and valid Driver's license with minimal violations on record preferred
- Experience with adolescents in residential/hospital setting preferred
Responsibilities
- Promote and assists in the development of a wholesome and therapeutic environment
- Apply job knowledge to unit duties and tasks
- Support and implement individual treatment plans and programs
- Plan and participate in all recreational and educational programming for the residents
- Be responsible for providing direct care and continuous supervision to residential clients
- Partner with the entire residential team to provide a therapeutic environment for clients
- Provide basic counseling, co-facilitate groups, and assist clients in daily skills practice
- Provide crisis intervention when needed (including de-escalation strategies and safety holds)
- Participate in person-centered treatment and/or service planning for clients through observation, intervention, documentation, and providing feedback in regard to client progress
- Attend mandatory team meetings for continuity of care and effective service delivery
- Stock supplies and maintain organization and cleanliness as needed on campus
- Administer medications
Benefits
- Room for professional advancement
- Entry-level position into the mental health career field
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- HSA & FSA Programs
- Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
- Quality training, continuing career education and leadership programs
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday & Sick Days)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
