Youth Counselor -Crisis Program-Awake Overnights-Richfield

Mt Olivet Rolling Acres•Richfield, MN

11d

About The Position

The Youth Counselor supports young people experiencing mental health crises in children’s crisis settings. The service is intended to support youth in the community rather than having them live in a hospital, hotel, or detention center. The counselor implements interventions identified in each youth’s therapeutic support plan and participates in daily activities, including assisting with hygiene and other daily tasks, cooking, maintaining schedules, community outings, and behavior management. The role also supports youth in identifying triggers, developing coping strategies, stabilizing, and transitioning to a long-term living option. The position provides person-centered care and works in coordination with the youth’s support network, coworkers, and program team. Responsibilities include medication administration and documentation, healthcare coordination, maintaining a safe and clean home, and meeting relevant company policies and licensing standards. Counselors may cross-train at multiple crisis programs to support staffing and youth needs. The schedule is seven days on and seven days off, from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. The stated hourly base rate is $25.00, with overnight and weekend differentials; assigned sleep hours are paid at $12.41 per hour. A $1,500 retention bonus is offered for full-time employees, paid over one year.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
High school diploma or GED.
Experience working with youth in a residential, shelter, or crisis program.
Pass the Department of Human Services background check and maintain qualified status.
Ability to meet the company’s physical job demands.
If using a personal vehicle for company business, have a current valid driver’s license and insurance as required by state law.
Complete the provided Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training within the first two months of employment and achieve a passing score of at least 70%.
Successfully complete Medication Administration class with a score of at least 80%, and regularly pass medications using the correct procedure without error.
Demonstrate mastery of basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Engage in clients’ daily activities and manage behavior according to each client’s individual plan and needs.
Use a trauma-informed approach in interactions with clients and coworkers.
Communicate openly with coworkers and contribute to a supportive work environment.
Attend team and client meetings.
Promote acceptance and respect for people of all genders, races, ages, cultures, ethnicities, classes, religions, disabilities, and gender identities.
Ensure client safety by implementing behavior interventions described in therapeutic support plans.
Take clients into the community, including driving them during the day and at night, and model safe and appropriate social skills.
Maintain appropriate boundaries with clients.
Maintain a clean and safe home by following policies and procedures.
Work with clients’ families, guardians, and workers to encourage communication and healthy relationships.
Help clients identify triggers and use coping strategies to stabilize and transition to a long-term living option.
Lead and teach DBT groups to youth while on shift.
Participate in recreation activities, games, and home events.
Complete required shift documentation.
Assist with daily housekeeping and household maintenance.
Implement programs in accordance with the Coordinated Service and Support Plan (CSSP), CSSP Addendum (CSSP-A), and Individual Abuse Prevention Plan.
Provide person-centered services through practice, action, and language.
Administer and document prescribed medications, treatments, diets, and exams according to the CSSP, CSSP-A, or other direction.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and MORA policies and procedures.
Prepare meals according to the planned menu and complete weekly food orders as needed or scheduled.
Read and follow company policies and procedures.
Check MORA email each shift and use SharePoint and Microsoft Teams as needed for documentation and current company and client information.
Complete mandatory training required by MORA or 245D regulations and attend Medical Coordinator trainings and drop-ins as needed.
Manage clients’ healthcare in conjunction with the Lead Youth Counselor.
Oversee house and client documentation and work with the Program Supervisor to ensure it meets MORA expectations and licensing standards.
Ensure fire and weather drills are completed at licensing-required intervals unless appropriately delegated.
Cross-train at multiple crisis programs to support youth and staffing needs.
Collaborate with the team on other duties as assigned or needed.

Benefits

Medical insurance with a company-sponsored health reimbursement account and health savings account.
Dental insurance.
Life insurance coverage options for employees, spouses, and children.
Long-term disability coverage.
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
403(b) retirement plan with matching after one year of employment.
Paid time off of up to three weeks annually, increasing after the first year.
Opportunity to use the company’s private vacation property near McGregor, Minnesota, west of Duluth.
Awards for outstanding employee performance and promotion opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
Opportunities for advancement, with promotion from within.