Residential Counselor/ Facility Manager
About The Position
The Residential Counselor is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the assigned facility under the direct supervision of the Facility Manager. The role involves direct care and supervision of emotionally disturbed youth, monitoring their schedules and activities, implementing behavior modification programs, and documenting youth behaviors. The Residential Counselor ensures the facility complies with Community Care Licensing, Title 22 regulations, Paradise Oaks Youth Services policies and procedures, and other applicable requirements. The position requires effective communication and flexibility in scheduling to provide hands-on care and training. Work may require frequent evening and weekend shifts. This is a non-exempt position, and employees must document actual hours worked on time cards.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Meet at least one of the following qualification pathways: hold a Bachelor of Arts or Sciences degree; hold a valid Child Development Teaching Permit; have completed 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education, Adolescent Development, or Foster and Kinship Care Education and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth; hold a valid Alcohol Counselor, Drug Counselor, or Alcohol and Drug Counselor certificate and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth; hold a valid vocational training certificate, credential, or documentation as a trade journeyperson who instructs youth in vocational skills and have at least 100 hours of relevant experience working with youth; or have at least one year of full-time employment or volunteer service at a group home, short-term residential therapeutic program, or substance abuse treatment program.
- Be able to interrupt physical altercations and respond to injuries or life-threatening crises.
- Be able to hear interactions among youth or call for assistance from staff.
- Be able to walk, run, climb, and lift 25 pounds.
- Be able to speak clearly, give clear and concise directions, and use sound judgment in areas affecting major life activities of child care and protection.
- Successfully complete Pro-ACT certification within three months of employment.
- Have a valid California Driver's License and meet agency requirements for driving a van.
- Communicate effectively and be flexible in work schedule.
Responsibilities
- Directly supervise and observe youth during assigned activities, areas, and shifts, including transportation in agency-provided vehicles when needed.
- Supervise youth during hygiene routines, recreation, meals, visits, and other daily or special events and activities.
- Perform house-cleaning and food-service duties, including serving food, cleaning up, and supervising youth during meals while guiding appropriate etiquette and social skills in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Section 87076.
- Monitor and follow youth daily schedules.
- Apply appropriate disciplinary measures within agency program guidelines.
- Provide structure, limit-setting, and guidance regarding agency rules and accepted standards of behavior.
- Intervene to correct maladaptive behaviors and model appropriate behaviors for youth.
- Implement youth individual treatment plans as they relate to behavior.
- Complete youth documentation, including point sheets, behavior logs, behavior contracts, monthly reports, and quarterly reports.
- Apply training in trauma-informed care when working with youth.
- Complete other consistent duties as assigned by the direct supervisor.
- Complete and submit time cards documenting actual hours worked.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
