Full-Time Residential Counselor/Worker, Arise Youth Center
About The Position
SS Alternatives to Detention seeks Residential Counselors and Residential Workers who have a passion for working with justice involved youth. If you are patient, empathetic, and enjoy a fast-paced work environment where two days are never the same, we encourage you to apply. If you are interested in enhancing your education in the juvenile justice and social services field this is a great position for you. #YouareLSS $600 Sign-On Bonus Available! We are looking for either a Residential Worker or a Residential Counselor, see below for requirement. Only applications submitted through our company page will be considered. Please apply at https://lsssd.org/careers/
Requirements
- Residential Worker: Must have a High School Diploma, or GED.
- Experience working with youth preferred.
- Possess an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Be at least 21 years old and willing to complete agency background checks.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license or obtain one with approved driver status.
- Residential Counselor: Hold a bachelor’s degree in behavioral or social sciences (preferred), OR Have post at least 48 credits and have one year of experience working with children, OR Possess an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Be at least 21 years old and willing to complete agency background checks.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license or obtain one with approved driver status.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in behavioral or social sciences
Responsibilities
- Provide supervision and support for youth in shelter care and reception center.
- Provide direct client care, maintain/model appropriate boundaries, and teach applicable coping and problem-solving skills.
- Complete reports and documentation as necessary.
- Must successfully complete all agency background checks, which include checks to detect criminal convictions of behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, and drug or sex crimes.
Benefits
- $600 hiring bonus external candidates only
- PTO Time Frontload Up to 24 Hours for benefit-eligible employees
- 8 Paid Holidays
- 401(k) 3% match
- Four Wellmark BCBS medical plan options with HSA & FSA options
- Dental and Vision plans
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family
- Career development opportunities, hands-on training, and mentorship
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
