Residential Counselor - Swedesboro - Allies

Woods Services•Swedesboro, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Counselor supports youth with disabilities in a residential setting and in the community. The role involves carrying out interventions, providing assistance and support, responding to crisis situations, and using sound judgment, patience, creativity, and professional communication. Staff may be required to work at a different location from their home base and to cover shifts as directed. Work is reviewed by a supervisor through site visits, assessments, and employee evaluations.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age.
Valid, unrestricted driver’s license and a good driving record.
Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally in English and to direct and respond to individuals’ needs.
Ability to sit, bend, squat, reach, remain agile, physically pursue individuals on foot, and stand for several hours at a time.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
Either a bachelor’s degree and one year of direct-care experience with individuals with I/DD in a behavioral health or institutional setting, or a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of such experience.

Responsibilities

Work assigned shifts and cover other shifts as directed by management.
Provide community integration through focused recreational activities.
Assist with activities of daily living and program operations while respecting individuals’ dignity and rights.
Provide direct youth supervision, including one-to-one supervision as needed, and remain awake, alert, and engaged on all shifts.
Monitor medications and complete related documentation according to procedures.
Ensure schedules, behavior support systems, and treatment interventions are carried out and documented according to treatment plans and management direction.
Complete required documentation accurately and within established timeframes.
Collect and record data and complete in-house records, including vehicle logs, goal tracking, UIR forms, critical information logs, medication administration reports, and monthly reports.
Complete required residential and annual role-specific training.
Accompany individuals to and from appointments and activities according to treatment plans and assignments.
Help program management build positive support networks among individuals, families, case managers, stakeholders, and community members.
Help individuals maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment, providing hands-on assistance as needed.
Participate in youth admissions and treatment team meetings as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.