Transitional Counselor All Shifts

Maryville Academy•Des Plaines, IL

51d

About The Position

Maryville Academy is seeking Transitional Counselors to work in the St Dominic Savio Program in Des Plaines Illinois The Transitional Counselors will provide direct care to youth with emotional and behavioral issues on evening and overnight shifts The primary goal of the position is to support youth in transitioning to less restrictive settings and empower them to become active members of the community

Requirements

Bachelors degree in a human services field preferred eg psychology counseling social work or a High School Diploma with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience
Successful completion of staff education requirements including training in NCI CPR and Maryville Model of Care
Ability to set and maintain appropriate boundaries ensure safety manage groups effectively and de escalate potentially volatile situations
Proficiency in facilitating psychoeducational and life skills training groups
Strong computer skills for documentation purposes
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to sit stand walk bend and drive for extended periods
Capability to liftmove objects or youth weighing over 40 pounds
Proficiency in providing physical restraint to youth if necessary
May involve interaction with potentially volatile youth
Flexibility in scheduling and willingness to work evening and weekend shifts

Responsibilities

Implement Maryvilles policies and procedures along with program specific operating procedures
Engage with youth using trauma informed care principles
Assist youth in developing life skills independent living skills and vocational readiness
Guide and support youth in the treatment process and complete necessary documentation
Monitor youths medication administration
Plan and lead structured recreational and social activities
Intervene in crises using Nonviolent Crisis Intervention techniques
Attend and actively participate in staff and treatment team meetings
Utilize Maryville treatment paradigms and resources to achieve positive outcomes
Safely drive a passenger van to transport youth
Complete all required agency training