Sun 11a to 11p

Daniel Memorial Inc•Jacksonville, FL

9d•$17 - $20

About The Position

The Residential Counselor provides care and treatment for adolescent clients as outlined in each client’s treatment plan and functions as a member of the client’s treatment team in accordance with organizational policies and procedures. The role includes supporting clients’ daily routines, hygiene, safety, activities, treatment needs, and documentation while maintaining a clean and orderly residential unit. The position is full-time, working Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., with an hourly salary range of $16.65 to $19.98.

Requirements

Associate degree required.
At least 1 year of experience with at-risk children or mental health experience.
Ability to effectively use crisis intervention techniques.
Valid Florida driver’s license in good standing.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Basic computer knowledge.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to successfully complete Crisis Prevention training, including its physical components.

Responsibilities

Implement cottage activities of daily living, including wake-up and bedtime routines and mealtimes, while maintaining a clean, inviting, safe, and orderly environment.
Support clients’ personal hygiene, cleanliness, grooming, and clothing, and follow infection-control procedures and universal precautions.
Set limits with clients appropriately to the situation.
Safely escort clients to activities or appointments on or off campus as needed.
Follow established guidelines for observing clients on special precautions.
Coach recreational activities, role-modeling and encouraging client participation.
Model appropriate and professional behavior.
Follow guidelines and procedures for intervening with physically aggressive clients.
Respond in crisis situations to ensure safety.
Complete accurate documentation in client files, group logs, and weekly summaries within prescribed timeframes.
Interact respectfully and professionally with clients, parents, peers, and the public, both in person and by phone.
Keep records of community service hours completed by each client.
Ensure client needs and services are provided within departmental guidelines.
Demonstrate knowledge of disaster and safety plans.
Ensure medications are administered accurately, at the prescribed time, and documented appropriately.
Apply awareness and understanding of clients’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics in their treatment.
Maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of the unit.
Perform other duties as assigned.