HCBS Residential House Counselor
About The Position
Youth Haven Services is seeking PRN and part-time weekend Residential House Counselors for its residential program in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The program serves clients in DSS custody and care who need placement, providing a safe, structured, and therapeutic setting while a long-term placement is secured. The Residential House Counselor provides direct care and rehabilitative services, including behavioral modification interventions outlined in each client's Person-Centered Plan. The role supports clients' safety, well-being, skill development, and daily routines. PRN work is as-needed and on-call, with flexible availability for various shifts. The described part-time weekend schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Services are primarily provided in the residential setting. Employees may need to transport clients and must have a valid driver's license, current automobile insurance, and reliable transportation as required for job duties.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license.
- Proof of current automobile insurance.
- Reliable transportation as required for job duties.
- Knowledge of community resources and support services.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to use basic computer programs, including word processing and Excel, and electronic documentation/e-notes systems.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills, flexibility, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to develop productive, professional relationships with clients, families, and team members; exercise sound judgment; take direction and show initiative; maintain professional boundaries; and work effectively as part of a team.
- Compassion, patience, dependability, and commitment to supporting youth in a therapeutic environment.
- For PRN work, flexibility and availability for various shifts throughout the week, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Nice To Haves
- At least two years of documented experience working with the population served.
- Experience working with children, adolescents, behavioral health, residential services, or related human services settings.
Responsibilities
- Provide skill-building activities, including independent living, socialization, adaptation, and symptom monitoring and management.
- Encourage clients to develop coping, communication, and daily living skills.
- Provide therapeutic mentoring, anger management, and social skills training.
- Implement behavioral modification interventions approved and outlined in each client's Person-Centered Plan.
- Review client information and Person-Centered Plans to understand individual needs, limitations, strengths, and goals.
- Promote a structured, supportive, and therapeutic environment.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized residential environment; complete shift cleaning, meal preparation, and bed checks.
- Transport clients as needed and assist with daily routines and residential activities.
- Document client progress according to program guidelines and required timeframes; maintain client records and complete assigned paperwork.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required to support the residential program and clients.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
